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By the Sun's Rays

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1914-07-21
11m
English
Released
Nestor Film Company

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The earliest surviving film featuring Lon Chaney in a major role, By the Sun's Ray's was but one of several 2-reel westerns starring the florid Murdock MacQuarrie. MacQuarrie plays a detective investigating a series of gold shipment robberies. Along the way, he falls for a mine superintendent's pretty daughter (Agnes Vernon), much to the dismay of a sullen mine office clerk (Chaney), who is also smitten with the girl...

#undercover#gold mine#bandit#silent film#outlaw gang#short film

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Stream By the Sun's Rays online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about western and action movie originally produced in English and released in 1914, it's earned a solid 4.8/10 from 14 viewers worldwide.

About By the Sun's Rays

The earliest surviving film featuring Lon Chaney in a major role, By the Sun's Ray's was but one of several 2-reel westerns starring the florid Murdock MacQuarrie. MacQuarrie plays a detective investigating a series of gold shipment robberies. Along the way, he falls for a mine superintendent's pretty daughter (Agnes Vernon), much to the dismay of a sullen mine office clerk (Chaney), who is also smitten with the girl... Running 11 minutes.

By the Sun's Rays Cast and Characters

The cast features Murdock MacQuarrie (as John Murdock, the Detective), Lon Chaney (as Frank Lawler, the Clerk), Seymour Hastings (as John Davis - Supt. of Mines), Agnes Vernon (as Dora Davis - John's Daughter), and Richard Rosson (as The Bandit (as Dick Rosson)). Their performances are a major reason By the Sun's Rays has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching By the Sun's Rays

By the Sun's Rays flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is action sequences that don't feel cheap. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch By the Sun's Rays online for free?

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How long is By the Sun's Rays?

By the Sun's Rays runs for 11 minutes (about 0.2 hour).

Is By the Sun's Rays good? What's the rating?

By the Sun's Rays holds a 4.8/10 rating based on 14 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of By the Sun's Rays?

The main cast includes Murdock MacQuarrie, Lon Chaney, Seymour Hastings, and Agnes Vernon, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is By the Sun's Rays available in English?

Yes — By the Sun's Rays was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was By the Sun's Rays released?

By the Sun's Rays was released in 1914.

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Where can I watch By the Sun's Rays for free?

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What is By the Sun's Rays about?

By the Sun's Rays is a Western/Action English-language film. The earliest surviving film featuring Lon Chaney in a major role, By the Sun's Ray's was but one of several 2-reel westerns starring the florid Murdock MacQuarrie. MacQuarrie plays a detective investigating a series of gold shipment robberies. Along the way, he falls for a mine superintendent's pretty daughter (Agnes Vernon), much to the dismay of a sullen mine office clerk (Chaney), who is also smitten with the girl...

When was By the Sun's Rays released?

By the Sun's Rays was released on July 21, 1914. It has a runtime of 11m. The film was produced by Nestor Film Company.

Who stars in By the Sun's Rays?

By the Sun's Rays stars Murdock MacQuarrie, Lon Chaney, Seymour Hastings and Agnes Vernon. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is By the Sun's Rays available in HD?

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