Two Arabian Knights, 1924 to 1931

The Two Arabian Knights sub-series (1924-1931) contains screenplays, newspaper clipping volumes, actor and distribution contracts, reports for film expenditures and theatrical release revenue, and black-and-white photographic prints and negatives. Premiering on September 23, 1927 at the Million Dollar Theater in Los Angeles, California, this was Howard Hughes’ first film produced under his production company, The Caddo Company, Incorporated.

Publicity stills in the sub-series depict the principal and supporting cast at the film’s premiere. Direction stills portray scene direction and outtakes with director Lewis Milestone on set. Screenplays include Donald McGibney’s original magazine story and scene summaries. The newspaper clippings feature publicity for the release of Two Arabian Knights. The financial reports detail film production expenditures, and domestic and international receipts for film rentals. Lastly, contracts in the sub-series are of principal and supporting actors, and United Artists Corporation distribution.