Plot Summary

Ruined by Charles Wainwright, George Garrison commits suicide but begs his son Henry to avenge him before expiring. Henry goes West makes a fortune, then returns to New York. Assuming the name of Henry Thompson he becomes Wainwright's protégé and through his machinations is elected mayor of New York. For his support Wainwright wants a franchise binding the city to the financier's railway, but Henry refuses. Attempting to frame Henry on an old murder charge fails when the “victim,” Henry's partner Joe Standing shows up. Finally, Henry confronts Wainwright exposing his evil deeds. Wainwright’s daughter, Dallas, proclaims her love for Henry.

Movie Details

Original Title
Man of the Hour
Status
released
Original Language
en

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Cast

Robert Warwick as Henry Garrison

Robert Warwick

Henry Garrison

Alec B. Francis as George Garrison

Alec B. Francis

George Garrison

Eric Mayne as Charles Wainwright

Eric Mayne

Charles Wainwright

Johnny Hines as Perry Carter Wainwright

Johnny Hines

Perry Carter Wainwright

Belle Adair as Dallas Wainwright

Belle Adair

Dallas Wainwright

Chester Barnett as Joe Standing

Chester Barnett

Joe Standing

Ned Burton as Richard Horrigan

Ned Burton

Richard Horrigan

Bert Starkey as Graham, sneak thief

Bert Starkey

Graham, sneak thief

Charles Dungan as Mayor's doorkeeper

Charles Dungan

Mayor's doorkeeper

Production Companies

William A. Brady Picture Plays