The Yankee Clipper

The Yankee Clipper

1927 · 88 min · ★ 6.7 · Drama

A race between a British clipper ship and an American ship of a new design will determine the right to transport Chinese tea.

Directed by Rupert Julian · Written by Denison Clift

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