Overview

When a wealthy recluse apparently commits suicide, his trusted friend John Nichols (Rex Lease) is put in charge of the estate. Nichols is ordered to locate the dead man's long-lost son and daughter and inform them of their legacy. The two beneficiaries turn out to be the owners of a run-down racetrack. Falling in love with the daughter (Helene Costello), Nichols tries to rejuvenate the track with a high-stakes horse race.

Cast

Helene Costello, Rex Lease, Forrest Stanley, Danny Hoy, Clarence Wilson

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What is "The Phantom of the Turf" about?

When a wealthy recluse apparently commits suicide, his trusted friend John Nichols (Rex Lease) is put in charge of the estate. Nichols is ordered to locate the dead man's long-lost son and daughter and inform them of their legacy. The two beneficiaries turn out to be the owners of a run-down racetrack. Falling in love with the daughter (Helene Costello), Nichols tries to rejuvenate the track with a high-stakes horse race.

When was "The Phantom of the Turf" released?

The Phantom of the Turf was released in 1928.

Who stars in "The Phantom of the Turf"?

The cast includes Helene Costello, Rex Lease, Forrest Stanley, Danny Hoy.

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