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The Law That Failed

The Law That Failed

7.0 (1) ·1917 ·55 min ·Movie
Drama

A prospector named Rodin is blackmailed for years by Estrella, who tricks him into believing he murdered her missing husband. After meeting Alice, Rodin traps Estrella in a secret room and disposes of her trunk, leading to charges of her murder. He's acquitted on a technicality when her body isn't found. Alice admits she believes he's guilty, and Rodin, releasing her, commits suicide in his library.

Top Cast

Edward Ellis
Edward Ellis
Luke Rodin
Alma Hanlon
Alma Hanlon
Alice Campbell
Harold Vermilyea
Harold Vermilyea
Jack Thorpe
John K. Roberts
Richard Campbell
Florence Short
Estrella Santos

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