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The Ransom of Red Chief

The Ransom of Red Chief

After reading a newspaper article regarding old Tightwad's rise in the world, Bill and Jim hit upon a plan to get some of Tightwad's easy money by holding young Tightwad for ransom. They accordingly hire a rig, take the boy and conceal him in a cave. The boy, instead of weeping and wailing for home and mother, proclaims himself "Red Chief" and makes it uncomfortable for his captors. (Moving Picture World)

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Ransom of Red Chief
  • Genres: Comedy, Western
  • Release Date: 1911-02-15
  • Runtime: 10 minutes
  • Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Edison Studios
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.4785
  • Languages: No Language

Cast & Crew

Yale Boss

Yale Boss

as Red Chief - The Little Boy

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Keywords

silent filmshort film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Ransom of Red Chief?

The Ransom of Red Chief is a Comedy, Western movie directed by . It was released on 1911-02-15.

Who are the main actors in The Ransom of Red Chief?

The main cast includes Yale Boss, .

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Is The Ransom of Red Chief based on a true story?

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What is the IMDb rating of The Ransom of Red Chief?

The Ransom of Red Chief has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Ransom of Red Chief?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Ransom of Red Chief?

The soundtrack was composed by Edison Studios. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Ransom of Red Chief filmed?

The Ransom of Red Chief was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Ransom of Red Chief?

The total runtime of The Ransom of Red Chief is 10 minutes.

Is The Ransom of Red Chief suitable for kids?

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