Kane Halliday / Kid Roberts (played by Reginald Denny) is a protagonist in Whipsawed.
The series protagonist, a former wealthy heir turned professional prize-fighter ('The Masked Mystery'/'The Kid') after his father's financial ruin. He navigates self-contained comedic plots involving boxing matches, romantic misunderstandings, and the gritty Old New York underworld. Joe Murphy (played by Hayden Stevenson) is a protagonist in Whipsawed.
Kane Halliday's boxing manager and primary supporting character. He attempts to maintain Kane's professional discipline amid the chaotic, self-contained plots of the series, often orchestrating schemes to resolve romantic or career-related misunderstandings. 'Dummy' Carney (played by Sam J. Ryan) appears in Whipsawed.
A recurring figure in the series' boxing environment, likely functioning as a sparring partner, rival, or comic foil. His role adapts to the self-contained nature of each episode while anchoring the athletic backdrop of the New York boxing scene. Estelle Van Horne (played by Doreen Banks) appears in Whipsawed.
A chorus girl and central romantic interest. Her mistaken perception of Kane as an affluent playboy rather than a prize-fighter creates ongoing comedic conflict. Her character arc involves navigating this deception across the series' standalone episodes.
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Characters
Kane Halliday / Kid Roberts
(played by Reginald Denny) — protagonist
The series protagonist, a former wealthy heir turned professional prize-fighter ('The Masked Mystery'/'The Kid') after his father's financial ruin. He navigates self-contained comedic plots involving...
Joe Murphy
(played by Hayden Stevenson) — protagonist
Kane Halliday's boxing manager and primary supporting character. He attempts to maintain Kane's professional discipline amid the chaotic, self-contained plots of the series, often orchestrating scheme...
'Dummy' Carney
(played by Sam J. Ryan) — supporting
A recurring figure in the series' boxing environment, likely functioning as a sparring partner, rival, or comic foil. His role adapts to the self-contained nature of each episode while anchoring the a...
Estelle Van Horne
(played by Doreen Banks) — supporting
A chorus girl and central romantic interest. Her mistaken perception of Kane as an affluent playboy rather than a prize-fighter creates ongoing comedic conflict. Her character arc involves navigating...
Story Analysis
A young boxer's voyage to London brings romance and hardship as his manager's illness forces him to train alone for a crucial fight.
Plot Progression
Love Across the Atlantic
The Manager's Illness
Training in Solitude
The Rival in the Ring
Directed by Harry A. Pollard
Whipsawed (1922) · 10/10 · drama
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