The Phantom Foe

Synopsis

In the silent film era, The Phantom Foe tells the captivating story of a young woman named Ruth who inherits a haunted estate. The estate holds a dark secret and Ruth finds herself at the center of a chilling mystery involving a masked phantom. As Ruth delves deeper into the secrets of the estate, she must confront her fears and unravel the truth behind the phantom's menacing presence. With suspenseful twists and turns, The Phantom Foe takes viewers on a suspenseful journey filled with intrigue, deception, and a thrilling showdown between good and evil.

Cast

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  Juanita Hansen

  Janet Dale

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  Warner Oland

  Uncle Leo Sealkirk

• Wallace McCutcheon Jr.

  Steve Roycroft

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  William Bailey

  Bob Royal

• Nina Cassavant

  Esther, Janet's Cousin

• Tom Goodwin

  Jeremiah Dale

Reviews

The Phantom Foe, a product of the early 1920s silent film era, has garnered mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike. Some praise the film's atmospheric setting, with its haunting visuals and eerie suspense, appreciating the classic tale of mystery that keeps viewers engaged till the end. Others, however, criticize the lack of character development and the often predictable plot twists. While Juanita Hansen's performance as Ruth is charming, the film itself falls short in terms of overall impact. With an IMDb rating of 5.4/10, The Phantom Foe remains a polarizing piece of cinema history.