The Big Adventure (1921)
Patches, a kind-hearted orphan of the slums, finds life unbearable under the cruel abuse of his stepfather, Old Whiskers, for whose support he is forced to steal. Stowing away in a freight car with his dog, he escapes to a neighboring town where he is given a home by Mrs. Lane, sister of the town judge.
Director: B. Reeves Eason
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B. Reeves Eason Jr. as Patches |
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Fred Herzog as Old Whiskers |
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Lee Shumway as John Wellborn |
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Molly Shafer as Mrs. Lane |
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Gertrude Olmstead as Sally |
| Directing | B. Reeves Eason | Director |
| Writing | J. Edward Hungerford | Story |
| Writing | George W. Pyper | Scenario Writer |