01 September 1919 Adventure, Comedy, Romance 96 mins
A European prince is raised in America without knowing his true identity; he spends his time thrill-seeking, but his country needs him when a revolt threatens the crown.
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Douglas Fairbanks as William Brooks
Marjorie Daw as Felice, Countess of Montenac
Frank Campeau as Grand Duke Sarzeau
Sam Sothern as King Phillipe IV
Jay Dwiggins as Emile Metz
Lillian Langdon as Princess Marguerite
Albert MacQuarrie as Undetermined Role
Bull Montana as Undetermined Role
William Gillis as Undetermined Role
Phil Gastrock as Undetermined Role
Boris Karloff as Henchman in cloth cap
Charles Stevens as Officer
Douglas Fairbanks Scenario Writer
Joseph Henabery Director
Joseph Henabery Scenario Writer
John Fairbanks General Manager
United States 01 September 1919
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