Pirate Gold (1920 serial)

Pirate Gold was a 1920 American silent adventure film serial directed by George B. Seitz and starring Marguerite Courtot and George B. Seitz himself. The serial comprised ten episodes and was produced and distributed by Pathé Exchange. The plot revolves around the search for buried pirate treasure, with the heroine, Bernice Haliday, attempting to decipher a map and outwit various villains seeking the same prize. The storyline includes elements of romance, action, and suspense typical of the serial format popular during that era. While not considered a landmark achievement in cinematic history, Pirate Gold is a representative example of the serial genre in the early 20th century and offers insight into the storytelling conventions and audience expectations of the time. Its episodes include titles like "The Island of Doom," "The Ghost of the Lagoon," and "The Stolen Cipher." Like many silent films, some episodes of Pirate Gold are believed to be lost.