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Released
1916 · FILM

The Man from Egypt

Directed by
Color
Black & White
Runtime
14 min
Comedy

Synopsis

A bellhop at a hotel, Hughey, comes into possession of a powerful ruby known as the Eye of Ammet, a sacred artifact associated with the Egyptian god Ammett. Using the ruby, he secures an introduction to a millionaire and his daughter. However, he overlooks the fact that for every gem stolen from an Egyptian shrine, a bearded sheik takes a vow to fast, abstain from drink, and remain awake until the talisman is returned to its rightful deity and justice is served. During a dinner with the young woman, Hughey is discovered by the sheik, sparking a chase. The sheik briefly regains the ruby, but Hughey quickly reclaims it, leaving the sheik's quest for vengeance and rest far from complete.

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Principal cast & crew: 8

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