The Bat is a 1926 silent mystery thriller directed by Roland West, based on the Broadway play by Mary Roberts Rinehart and Avery Hopwood. The film follows a masked criminal known as "The Bat", who terrorizes guests at an old mansion while searching for hidden loot. As the residents attempt to uncover the villain’s identity, eerie events unfold, blending suspense, comedy, and gothic horror. Notably, this film is considered an early influence on the creation of Batman, with its shadowy imagery and mysterious masked figure. Credits: Director: Roland West Producer: Roland West Starring: Jack Pickford, Louise Fazenda, Jewel Carmen, Emily Fitzroy Screenplay: Roland West Cinematography: Arthur Edeson
