The Man of the Hour_
Ruined by Charles Wainwright, George Garrison commits suicide but begs his son Henry to avenge him before expiring. Henry goes West makes a fortune, then returns to New York. Assuming the name of Henry Thompson he becomes Wainwright's protégé and through his machinations is elected mayor of New York. For his support Wainwright wants a franchise binding the city to the financier's railway, but Henry refuses. Attempting to frame Henry on an old murder charge fails when the “victim,” Henry's partner Joe Standing shows up. Finally, Henry confronts Wainwright exposing his evil deeds. Wainwright’s daughter, Dallas, proclaims her love for Henry.
Starring
Robert Warwick, Alec B. Francis, Eric Mayne
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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The Man of the Hour was released 112 years ago in 1914.
Overview
Ruined by Charles Wainwright, George Garrison commits suicide but begs his son Henry to avenge him before expiring. Henry goes West makes a fortune, then ret...
The Man of the Hour is a Drama film with a runtime of 0h 50m.
CAST (9)
Robert Warwick
Henry Garrison
Alec B. Francis
George Garrison
Eric Mayne
Charles Wainwright
Johnny Hines
Perry Carter Wainwright
Belle Adair
Dallas Wainwright
Chester Barnett
Joe Standing
NB
Ned Burton
Richard Horrigan
BS
Bert Starkey
Graham, sneak thief
CD
Charles Dungan
Mayor's doorkeeper
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What is The Man of the Hour about?
Ruined by Charles Wainwright, George Garrison commits suicide but begs his son Henry to avenge him before expiring. Henry goes West makes a fortune, then returns to New York. Assuming the name of Henry Thompson he becomes Wainwright's protégé and through his machinations is elected mayor of New York. For his support Wainwright wants a franchise binding the city to the financier's railway, but Henry refuses. Attempting to frame Henry on an old murder charge fails when the “victim,” Henry's partner Joe Standing shows up. Finally, Henry confronts Wainwright exposing his evil deeds. Wainwright’s daughter, Dallas, proclaims her love for Henry.
How long is The Man of the Hour?
The Man of the Hour has a runtime of 50 minutes (0h 50m).
Who stars in The Man of the Hour?
The cast of The Man of the Hour includes Robert Warwick, Alec B. Francis, Eric Mayne, Johnny Hines, Belle Adair.
GENRES (1)
Drama