The Jade Box
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Genres
Overview
Released in both sound and silent versions, this ten-chapter serial starred former cowboy ace Jack Perrin and chapterplay veteran Louise Lorraine. One of a group of Americans steals the Jade Box, which holds the secret of invisibility; a murderous Oriental cult wants it back and tracks them down.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
220 min
Release Date
1930-03-24
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
1
Vote Average
5
Louise Lorraine
Helen Morgan
Jack Perrin
Jack Lamar
Monroe Salisbury
John Lamar
Francis Ford
Martin Morgan
Leo White
Percy Winslow
Wilbur Mack
Edward Haines
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