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The Black Cover
The Black Cover
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The Black Cover

Original Title: Das schwarze Kuvert

1922
1h 37m

Status

Released

Release

1922

Runtime

1h 37m

Storyline

A black envelope presents the hero, detective Harry Peel, who loses his fortune over the course of the story, with tasks. A mysterious criminal, car and motorcycle chases through the wintry Alps, and the blowing up of a bridge provide cinematic spectacle and opportunities for daredevil stunts.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 37m
May 19, 1922
Director
Harry Piel
Harry Piel
Production Countries
Germany

Top Cast

5 Cast Members

Harry Piel

Harry Piel

Adolf Klein

Inge Helgard

Albert Paulig

Albert Paulig

Erich Sandt

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