The Unholy Three

A Mystery Thriller of a Giant, a Ventriloquist and a Dwarf

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Three sideshow performers form a conspiracy known as "The Unholy Three" - a ventriloquist, midget, and strongman working together to commit a series of robberies.

Released: Jul 20, 1925

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Lon Chaney

Professor Echo / Granny O'Grady

Mae Busch

Rosie O'Grady

Matt Moore

Hector McDonald

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