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The Master Mystery is an American silent film serial released in 1918. It stars illusionist Harry Houdini as Quentin Locke, a Justice Department agent who investigates a criminal organization. The serial is associated with early science-fiction and adventure themes, including mechanical inventions and a mysterious criminal adversary, and was released in multiple chapters.
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Who stars as Quentin Locke in The Master Mystery?
Harry Houdini stars as Quentin Locke, a Justice Department agent. The 1918 American silent serial uses Houdini's real-life illusionist skills as part of its early science-fiction adventure style.
What kind of story is The Master Mystery?
It is a mystery serial about Quentin Locke investigating a criminal organization. Its plot combines detective work with mechanical inventions, disguises, escapes, and early science-fiction ideas.
When was The Master Mystery released?
The serial was released in 1918 during the silent-film era. It is especially notable because Houdini made it before sound cinema became dominant.
Is The Master Mystery a Houdini magic film?
It is a fictional action mystery rather than a recording of one of Houdini's stage shows. Houdini plays an investigator, and the serial turns his escape and illusion skills into cinematic action.
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