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  • Iole the Christian (1915)
  • Short | Short, Drama
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Iole the Christian (1915)
Short | Short, Drama
Midas, the king, learns that Laius, the gladiator, is preparing to defend the Roman honor against the Greek, Darius, in the open arena. Latona is King Midas's favorite, but he is tiring of her. Among the slaves brought to the king's palace...See moreMidas, the king, learns that Laius, the gladiator, is preparing to defend the Roman honor against the Greek, Darius, in the open arena. Latona is King Midas's favorite, but he is tiring of her. Among the slaves brought to the king's palace is Iole, a Christian maiden. While in the palace garden, the gladiator meets Iole and falls in love with her. Laius asks the king to free the fair Christian and the king refuses. The king tries to force his attentions upon Iole, who is rescued by Latona. His Majesty then plans the gladiator's death. Orpheus, a friend of Laius, is stabbed by the king, who mistakes him for Laius. Laius finds his friend murdered and vows revenge. He enters just in time to rescue Iole from the king, and overcomes him. Aided by Latona, Laius and Iole make their escape. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis See less
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Director
Burton L. King
Producer
William Nicholas Selig
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Updated Apr 14, 1915
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Apr 14, 1915 (United States)

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Robyn Adair
Laius - a Gladiator Laius - a Gladiator   See fewer
The Making of Bob Mason's Wife (1917)
Virginia Kirtley
Iole - a Christian Maiden Iole - a Christian Maiden   See fewer
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Ed Brady
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