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  • King the Detective in Formula 879 (1914)
  • Short | Drama, Mystery, Short
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King the Detective in Formula 879 (1914)
Short | Drama, Mystery, Short
Noted chemist Cecil Disney is experimenting to discover how to manufacture artificial rubber. During one of his experiments he accidentally mixes two toxins, the combustion of which creates a deadly fume. In order not to be overcome by the...See moreNoted chemist Cecil Disney is experimenting to discover how to manufacture artificial rubber. During one of his experiments he accidentally mixes two toxins, the combustion of which creates a deadly fume. In order not to be overcome by the lethal gas, he throws it into the laboratory sink and slams down the hood. At that moment his wife, who was entertaining a friend on their cozy roof garden, heads downstairs to procure a match for the friend's cigar. The friend, who was seated near the standpipe that gave vent to the sink, inhales the chemical fumes and is killed instantly. The chemist is arrested and about to be convicted for the murder when the great detective, King, is put on the case and succeeds in solving the mystery. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis See less
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Director
King Baggot
Producer
Carl Laemmle
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Updated Feb 5, 1914
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Feb 5, 1914 (United States)

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3 cast members
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King Baggot
Cecil Disney / King - the Detective Cecil Disney / King - the Detective   See fewer
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Jane Gail
Mrs. Cecil Disney Mrs. Cecil Disney   See fewer
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Frank Smith
District Attorney District Attorney   See fewer
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