The Suspect (1916)
The Suspect is a 1916 lost silent film directed by S. Rankin Drew. Set in France and Russia, the plot revolves around the cruelties of Russian Grand Duke Karatoff, known to friends and enemies alike as "the butcher." Sophie, leader of a band of revolutionaries, attempts to assassinate Karatoff but accidentally wounds his son Paul instead.
Director: S. Rankin Drew
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S. Rankin Drew as Prince Paul Karatoff |
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Anita Stewart as Sophie Karrenina |
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Anders Randolf as Duke Karatoff |
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George Cooper as Valdor |
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Frank Morgan as Sir Richard |
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Edward Elkas as Mouroff |
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Julia Swayne Gordon as Lady Armitage |
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Bobby Connelly as Jack |
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Alfred Raboch as Ralk |
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Ann Brody as Mouroff's Wife |
| Writing | H.J.W. Bam | Theatre Play |
| Directing | S. Rankin Drew | Director |
| Writing | S. Rankin Drew | Writer |