“Haldane of the Secret Service” is a 1923 American silent adventure film directed by and starring Harry Houdini. The story follows Heath Haldane, a Secret Service agent seeking justice for his father, who was murdered by a gang of counterfeiters. As Haldane tracks the criminals across New York, London, and Paris, he faces numerous dangers, including near-death escapes and betrayals. Along the way, he falls for Adele Ormsby, the daughter of the gang’s leader, complicating his mission. The film showcases Houdini’s signature stunts and daring escapes, making it a thrilling entry in silent-era crime cinema.
Credits:
Director: Harry Houdini
Producer: Houdini Picture Corporation
Starring: Harry Houdini, Gladys Leslie, William J. Humphrey, Richard Carlyle
Screenplay: Unknown
Cinematography: Irving B. Rubenstein, Frank Zucker
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