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The Clutching Hand - Serial Film
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The Clutching Hand

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The Clutching Hand, also known as The Amazing Exploits of the Clutching Hand, is a 1936 American sound film serial produced by the Weiss Brothers in 15 episodes. Jack Mulhall plays scientific detective Craig Kennedy, who investigates the disappearance of Dr. Paul Gironda after the scientist announces a formula for making synthetic gold. The serial is based on Arthur B.

Reeve's Craig Kennedy novel, was directed by Albert Herman, and also circulated in a condensed feature version. [The Clutching Hand](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Clutching_Hand).

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How many chapters does The Monster and the Ape have?

The Monster and the Ape is a 1945 science-fiction serial from Columbia Pictures. It was released in 15 chapters.

What is the Metalogen Man in The Monster and the Ape?

The Metalogen Man is a robot created by Professor Franklin Arnold. Professor Ernst steals it with help from the ape, making the invention the main prize in the serial's conflict.

Who directed The Monster and the Ape?

Howard Bretherton directed the serial. Columbia Pictures released it in 1945 as a science-fiction adventure built around a robot and an ape.

What makes The Monster and the Ape different from an ordinary monster serial?

Its central threat is not simply a creature, but the Metalogen Man, a constructed robot. The plot combines laboratory invention, theft, Professor Ernst's scheme, and ape-assisted action.

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