Back to browse
75% Critic Match
The Ace of Scotland Yard
“The FIRST TALKING SERIAL!”
7.5 / 10• 1929• 3h 35m•NR• English
DramaActionCrime
Storyline
From the Universal synopsis: Retired Inspector Blake of Scotland Yard learns that Lord Blanton has acquired the sacred "Love Ring"---a cursed jewel that has brought grief to its previous owners. Prince Darius seeks to obtain the ring, and the mummy of a princess of an ancient country to return them to his homeland.
Cast & Crew
Crauford Kent
Inspector Angus Blake
Lead
Florence Allen
Lady Diana Blanton
Albert Prisco
Prince Darius (as Albert Priscoe)
Monte Montague
Jarvis
Grace Cunard
Mary Duveen- aka Queen of Diamonds
Herbert Prior
Lord Blanton
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Ray Taylor's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Ace of Scotland Yard is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
