Movie Description

Turks and Troubles

Turks and Troubles

(1917)

Overview

Hafed, a Turkish prince, imprisons an American girl and her father. The girl sends for Jim, who attempts a rescue. Jim is captured, but Hafed's jealous wife helps them escape. When the initial escape fails, Jim returns in disguise as a dancing girl. He dances for Hafed, luring him into a private encounter where Jim's identity is revealed. A fight leads Jim to take refuge in a tree. Surrounded by guards, Jim summons a warship. A shell from the warship blows up the tree, landing Jim safely on the battleship's deck and securing his escape.

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Original TitleTurks and Troubles

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1917-03-26

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 00h 14m

Production CompaniesVitagraph Company of America

Genres

  • Comedy