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The Shock

In this twisty thriller, a group of blackmailers orchestrate a plan to send a vulnerable individual to San Francisco, tasking them with uncovering a wealthy banker's hidden secrets. However, the scheme takes an unexpected turn when the disabled protagonist forms a deep bond with the banker&#...

Wilse Dilling, a mysterious and sinister individual, receives a cryptic message to meet with Queen Ann, a notorious crime boss. She dispatches him to Fallbrook, where he awaits further instructions. Despite being wheelchair-bound, Dilling has a lengthy criminal record, but the small-town atmosphere of Fallbrook sparks a change within him. He forms a strong bond with Gertrude Hadley, the banker's daughter, who helps him believe in a fresh start. However, his newfound serenity is short-lived as a series of unexpected events unfold.

Info about The Shock

Studio(s): Universal Pictures

Originally Released: United States, Jun 10, 1923

Production Country: United States

Box Office Gross: $257,327.00

Budget: $90,220.00

Genres:Drama, Horror, Crime