The Silent Watcher
1924 · 80 min · ★ 10.0 · Drama
A lawyer (Bosworth) running for Congress decides to end his relationship with a showgirl (Bennett), so that he will be more presentable candidate. When the showgirl commits suicide, the police arrest the lawyer for murder.
Directed by Frank Lloyd · Written by J.G. Hawks
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Glenn Hunter Joe Roberts -
Bessie Love Mary, his wife -
Hobart Bosworth John Steele, 'The Chief' -
Gertrude Astor Mrs. Steele -
Alma Bennett Lily Elliott, a showgirl -
George Nichols Jim Tufts -
Aggie Herring Mrs. Tufts -
Lionel Belmore Barnes -
DeWitt Jennings Detective Stuart -
Brandon Hurst Reporter Herrold
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