The Sign of the Cross (1914): Cast
The Sign of the Cross is a 1914 drama directed by Frederick A. Thomson, starring William Farnum as Marcus Superbus, Sheridan Block and Rosina Henley. It runs 1 hour 7 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 7m (67 min)
- Director
- Frederick A. Thomson
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Famous Players Film Company
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Sign of the Cross About?
The premise of The Sign of the Cross without spoilers.
In 64 A.D., Roman Prefect Marcus Superbus opposes Nero’s renewed persecution of Christians to protect Mercia, a Christian woman he loves. Court intrigues, led by Empress Poppaea and Tigellinus, cause Nero to order Mercia’s arrest. Marcus pleads for mercy, but she must renounce her faith. She refuses, and her steadfast devotion converts Marcus. Together they enter the arena to face death.
The Sign of the Cross Themes & Keywords
· 5 tags- roman empire
- 1st century
- women
- agent
- based on play
The Sign of the Cross Cast & Characters
William Farnum leads the cast as Marcus Superbus, with Sheridan Block as Nero and Rosina Henley as Mercia, a Christian maid. Directed by Frederick A. Thomson; 11 actors are credited in all.
- Director Frederick A. Thomson
- William Farnum as Marcus Superbus
- Sheridan Block as Nero
- Rosina Henley as Mercia, a Christian maid
- Lila Barclay as Poppaea
Also Starring in The Sign of the Cross
· 7 more- George Majeroni Tigellinus
- Ethel Grey Terry Berenice
- Morgan Thorpe Favius
- Ogden Childe Stephanus
- Charles E. Vernon Glabrio
- Ethel Phillips Dacia
- Rienzi De Cordova Philodemus
More from Frederick A. Thomson
One more film directed by Frederick A. Thomson: Kitty and the Cowboys.
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The Sign of the Cross FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Sign of the Cross, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Sign of the Cross?
The Sign of the Cross runs 1 hour 7 minutes (67 minutes).
When was The Sign of the Cross released?
The Sign of the Cross was released on December 21, 1914.
Who directed The Sign of the Cross?
The Sign of the Cross was directed by Frederick A. Thomson.
More films by Frederick A. Thomson Who is in the cast of The Sign of the Cross?
The Sign of the Cross stars William Farnum as Marcus Superbus, Sheridan Block as Nero and Rosina Henley as Mercia, a Christian maid, among 11 credited actors.
Does The Sign of the Cross have a post-credit scene?
No. The Sign of the Cross has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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