

Double Speed(1920)
A BREEZY tale of a millionaire who became a chauffeur to win a girl- Innocently took the name of a notorious crook- Was forced to pose as his real self.
Auto racer Speed Carr enters a marathon race across the United States, from New York to Los Angeles. He encounters numerous obstacles not related to the race and must switch identities and vehicles before he can finish.
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Auto racer Speed Carr enters a marathon race across the United States, from New York to Los Angeles. He encounters numerous obstacles not related to the race and must switch identities and vehicles before he can finish.
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1920-02-01
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A BREEZY tale of a millionaire who became a chauffeur to win a girl- Innocently took the name of a notorious crook- Was forced to pose as his real self.
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