The Unholy Three (1925 film)

thumb The Unholy Three is a 1925 film about a sideshow ventriloquist, a midget, and a strongman who form a conspiracy known as "The Unholy Three" to commit a series of robberies. Directed by Tod Browning. Written by Waldemar Young, based on a novel by Clarence Aaron "Tod" Robbins. Professor Echo [to a sideshow crowd] That's all there is to life, friends - a little laughter... a little tear... [to Hercules, about the ape] He's the only thing stronger than you, and I may need him. You - filth! Do you not realize that you killed a man? This is why I always said we never carry a gun! Dialogue Professor Echo: You're makin' a play for that guy! Rosie O'Grady: Since when do you own me? Tweedledee: If you tip that boob off to who we are, I'll lay some lilies under your chin! Professor Echo: [Talking to Hercules and Tweedledee] You see, my plan is so ridiculous... so simple... that it scares you. But... if you come with me, we'll clean up millions. Hercules: It's spooky! It sounds... unholy! Professor Echo: That's it! We'll be the Unholy Three! Hercules: That guy bossin' me... me and my strength! Tweedledee: He's too jealous to leave her with that boob. Come on... we'll turn this trick alone! Professor Echo: Get rid of him! We're gonna pull that Arlington job tonight. Rosie O'Grady: Oh, I'm mad at Granny! She won't stay in bed! Hector MacDonald: Perhaps she wants to help us trim the tree. Rosie O'Grady: Yes, she'd love to do some trimming. Cast Lon Chaney — Prof. Echo, aka Mrs. O'Grady or "Granny" Mae Busch — Rosie O'Grady Matt Moore — Hector McDonald Victor McLaglen — Hercules, aka "Son-in-Law" Harry Earles — Tweedledee, aka Baby "Little Willie" Matthew Betz — Detective Regan Edward Connelly — the judge William Humphrey — defense attorney E. Alyn Warren — prosecuting sttorney External links 0016473 The Unholy Three Category:American crime drama films Category:Silent films Category:Films based on American novels Category:Films directed by Tod Browning Category:1925 American films