The Octopus
Archie Sheldon, determining to go to New York City, is given a letter by his mother to Thatcher Thole, Gotham's most unscrupulous financier. She tells her son that Thole is an old friend of the family, and will undoubtedly give him a start in life.
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About The Octopus
The Octopus is a 1915 English-language drama film directed by Tom Santschi. The cast is led by Tom Santschi, Lillian Hayward, Leo Pierson. It has a runtime of 0h 20m.
The Octopus was produced by Selig Polyscope Company and made in United States of America. It was released on July 15, 1915, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Tom Santschi
- Release date
- July 15, 1915
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Selig Polyscope Company
The Octopus cast & crew
The Octopus was directed by Tom Santschi.
The cast features Tom Santschi as Thatcher Thole, Lillian Hayward as Emily Sheldon - Archie's Mother, Leo Pierson as Archie Sheldon - Emily's Son, Lafe McKee as Harris Gordon, and Marion Warner as Violet Reinhardt.
Is The Octopus worth watching?
At 0h 20m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, The Octopus is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The Octopus
Tom Santschi
Thatcher Thole
Lillian Hayward
Emily Sheldon - Archie's Mother
Leo Pierson
Archie Sheldon - Emily's Son
Lafe McKee
Harris Gordon
Marion Warner
Violet Reinhardt
The Octopus — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Octopus in United States?
The Octopus is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸What language is The Octopus in?
The Octopus is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Octopus?
The Octopus runs 0 hours 20 minutes (20 minutes).
▸What is The Octopus rated?
The Octopus is rated NR. It holds a 10.0/10 audience score from 1 ratings.
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