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The Fighting Marine (1926)

"Thrills, Stunts, Daring deeds. First screen appearance of the new world champion Gene Tunney, fighting Marine, Legionnaire, clean-living, hard-hitting boxer bristling with sparkling climaxes."

0.019262h 30mEN
ActionDrama

Directed by Spencer Gordon Bennet

Rating

0.0/10

Runtime

2h 30m

Language

EN

Release

September 12, 1926

Director

Spencer Gordon Bennet

Overview

As a reporter, Dick Farrington is sent to cover an assignment that promises a big story. A lawyer has advertised for an ex-Marine who is a boxer. He makes good beating up a gang of roughnecks picked for the purpose, and secures the mysterious job that is filled with danger. It is to guard the heires...

Cast

Gene Tunney

Gene Tunney

Dick Farrington

Walter Miller

Walter Miller

Larry Stuart

Mike Donlin

Mike Donlin

Frank Hagney

Frank Hagney

Bert Gardner

Bert Gardner

Marjorie Day

Marjorie Day

Lady Chatfield

Virginia Vance

Virginia Vance

Ruby

Sherman Ross

Sherman Ross

Charles Vellard

Anna Mae Walthall

Anna Mae Walthall

Mazzie

Wally Oettel

Wally Oettel

Roger Poole

Jack Anthony

Jack Anthony

Matt

Ben Walker

Ben Walker

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Fighting Marine (1926), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

As a reporter, Dick Farrington is sent to cover an assignment that promises a big story. A lawyer has advertised for an ex-Marine who is a boxer. He makes good beating up a gang of roughnecks picked for the purpose, and secures the mysterious job that is filled with danger. It is to guard the heiress Lady Chatfield, but the hero is told nothing as to the secret in back of it all. Dick poses as Lord Grantmore, wears a monocle, and otherwise acts like a titled Englishman. They proceed to the mining town of Goldbrook, where the heiress is to occupy a mysterious mansion on the occupancy of which hinges a great fortune. The engineer of the mines is deeply interested in thwarting the plans of Lady Chatfield, and with his gang of roughneck miners makes things lively for the pugilist star in a series of fights that are hair raisers.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Fighting Marine. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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