Twin Husbands

Twin Husbands

Year: 1933

Runtime: 68 mins

Language: English

Director: Frank R. Strayer

Drama

The wife of a businessman and his secretary attempt to trick her husband’s double into impersonating him so they can get their hands on what remains of his wealth.

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1

Awakening in a Strange Mansion

He wakes up disoriented in a strange mansion and discovers he has apparently lost four years of memory. The surroundings amplify his confusion as he attempts to understand who he is and why this place feels like a trap. The mood hints at a deeper deception at work.

The mansion
2

The Butler's Confirmation

The butler Greyson confirms that he is Jerry Werrendon and that the mansion belongs to him. He adds that Jerry has been unwell, which seems to explain the memory loss and the setup. Despite the assurances, Jerry remains suspicious and unsettled.

The mansion
3

Realization and Decision

Jerry quickly realizes that much of the surrounding story is false and that something nefarious is afoot. Intrigued and driven by curiosity, he decides to go along with the ruse to uncover the truth. He commits to the deception to learn more about the scheme.

The mansion
4

The Offer to Impersonate

Chloe, posing as his wife, and Colton, posing as his secretary, offer Jerry ten thousand dollars to impersonate Werrendon for a larger payoff. They intend to help him secure two hundred thousand dollars in bonds from the estate trustee. Jerry weighs the lure of money against the risk of exposure.

The mansion
5

Eavesdropping on the South America Plan

Jerry eavesdrops on Chloe and Colton planning an escape to South America. The revelation of a conspiracy raises the stakes and confirms that the deal is part of a larger scheme. He stays cautious, using the ruse to gather more information.

The mansion
6

Meeting Lewis and Securing the Bonds

After a meeting with Lewis, the estate trustee, Jerry receives the bonds and places them in a safe. The safe’s combination is known only to the real Werrendon, which creates a critical obstacle for anyone else who tries to access them. This moment advances the intrigue and tightens the plot.

Estate trustee's location
7

The Nighttime Heist and Identity Revealed

Two thieves break into the safe at night and immediately recognize Jerry as 'The Sparrow,' a master safecracker. He lets them escape before the police arrive, deepening the mystery surrounding his true identity. The incident complicates the investigation and his cover.

Night The mansion
8

The Interrogation and Kerrigan's Orders

A tense interview about Jerry's true identity follows, and police sergeant Kerrigan orders Chloe and Jerry to headquarters for questioning. The line between truth and deception becomes blurrier as investigators push for answers. Jerry's dual role begins to fray under scrutiny.

Police headquarters
9

Jerry Takes Control and Reveals a Cover Story

Rather than submit to the formal questioning, Jerry takes Chloe to his house and reveals that Kerrigan is in his employ, having used the butler to place the ruse on the police. This bold manipulation shows Jerry's growing command of the situation. He uses the cover to probe Chloe's motives more directly.

Jerry's house
10

Chloe's Motive and Lewis Confrontation

Jerry learns that Chloe is trying to protect her husband from Colton's financial schemes and confronts Lewis about the bonds. The confrontation exposes underlying motives and casts doubt on the supposed villainy of Jerry. Tensions rise as loyalties shift.

Lewis's office
11

Lewis's Confession

Lewis confesses that he hired the two thieves to steal the bonds because he needed money. The revelation reveals his direct involvement in the scheme and explains the desperation behind the plot. The trust in the estate's leadership is severely undermined.

Lewis's office
12

The Vault Discovery

Jerry finds documents revealing that Werrendon was dead in Colton's private vault and shows them to Chloe. The new evidence shifts the balance in favor of Jerry's claimed identity. The discovery ties the deception directly to Colton's control over the estate.

Colton's private vault
13

Public Vindication and Exoneration

Jerry, Chloe, Greyson, and Lewis persuade the real police that Jerry is indeed Werrendon and that Colton’s imposture claims are the ravings of a nervous breakdown. The truth solidifies, clearing Jerry's name and discrediting Colton. The legal and social implications are resolved in favor of the rightful heir.

Police HQ
14

Colton's Forced Departure to South America

Because of his illegal activities, Jerry cannot expose Colton outright but forces him to leave immediately for South America. The threat to the estate dissipates as Colton exits the stage. The escape marks a turning point toward stability for Jerry and Chloe.

Airport/port
15

Jerry's Choice to Reform

Chloe pleads with Jerry to stay, and he chooses to reform and remain with her. He abandons the path of deception in favor of a hopeful future built on honesty. The couple commits to a new beginning together.

Jerry's home

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