Hangman's House (1928) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
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Hangman's House (1928) Storyline
Forced by her mean-spirited father, Lord Chief Justice James O'Brien, to marry a man she doesn't love, Connaught O'Brien gives up hope of ever with her true love, Dermot McDermot. After her father dies and a hunted rebel leader returns to town, however, Connaught finds a renewed hope that the tides of oppression will shift and she might again find happiness. This silent romantic drama, set in Ireland, is the first film in which a then-unknown John Wayne is clearly visible.
Full Cast & Crew
- Victor McLaglen as Denis Hogan
- June Collyer as Connaught O'Brien
- Earle Foxe as John D'Arcy
- Hobart Bosworth as Lord Chief Justice James O'Brien
- Larry Kent as Dermot McDermot
- Joseph Burke as Neddy Joe - Dermot's Servant
- Mary Gordon as The Woman at Hogan's Hideout
- Brian Desmond Hurst as Horse Race Spectator
- Eric Mayne as Colonel of Legionnaires
- Jack Pennick as Man Bringing Dermot to Hogan
- Belle Stoddard as Anne McDermott
- John Wayne as Horse Race Spectator / Condemned Man in Flashback
Why Watch Hangman's House?
The Vibe: Hangman's House is a gripping, tense, and full of twists thriller and drama and romance movie from 1928. Directed by John Ford, and starring Victor McLaglen, June Collyer, Earle Foxe Forced by her mean-spirited father, Lord Chief Justice James O'Brien, to marry a man she doesn't love, Connaught O'Brien gives up hope of ever with her true love, Dermot McDermot.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.6/10, Hangman's House retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Time Investment: At a brisk 1h 20m, it's a tight, efficient movie that respects your time while delivering maximum impact.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those who love edge-of-your-seat suspense. If you enjoy movies that blends thriller with drama elements, Hangman's House deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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