The Mysteries of Myra

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Released April 24, 1916

Overview

Myra Maynard's family is cursed by the devil-worshipping Black Order and she is marked for death by black magic on the eve of her eighteenth birthday. Dr. Payson Alden, the movies' first psychic detective, uses science to try and defeat the cult's evil spells, and is assisted by his friend Haji, a Hindu mystic. During the course of the 15 episodes of the serial, the clairvoyant Myra is assaulted by, among other supernatural menaces, astral demons, a fire elemental, even a "thought monster" brought to life by the malicious will of fifteen men, Levitation, crystal balls, automatic writing, mediums, witchcraft, a golden idol come to life, and many more bizarre elements which made movie history also figure into the story to make this a truly fascinating series that you will not want to miss. (mysteriesofmyra.com)

Runtime

5h 10m


Origin Country

United States


Original Language

English


Original Title

The Mysteries of Myra


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • United States of America

Spoken Languages

  • No Language (No Language)

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    Wharton

    United States

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    International Film Service

    United States

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