Movie

The Broken Train

191512m

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Good to know

Director: J.P. McGowan
Release date: 1915-05-22
Runtime: 12m
Language: No Language
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Kalem Company
Part of: The Hazards of Helen

About The Broken Train

The Broken Train is a 1915 movie in the Thriller genre, directed by J.P. McGowan, starring Helen Holmes, J.P. McGowan and Leo D. Maloney. It has a runtime of 12 minutes. Below you can see where to watch The Broken Train in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Helen spotting two jewel robbers sever the telegraph wires and hop onto a passing freight, jumps into a racing auto and takes off in pursuit. In the meantime, the freight's brakes fail, and the train breaks in two. Helen, on a road parallel to the tracks, leaps onto a flat car, runs forward, informs the train crew what has happened, and captures the crooks.

Cast

Helen Holmes

Helen

J.P. McGowan

Warren - Railroad Employee

Leo D. Maloney

Norris - a Crook

Rex Downs

Wheeler - a Crook

Themes & keywords

lost film

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Broken Train in Canada?+

The Broken Train is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Broken Train on Netflix?+

The Broken Train is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Broken Train?+

The Broken Train has a runtime of 12 minutes (12 minutes).

Who stars in The Broken Train?+

The Broken Train stars Helen Holmes, J.P. McGowan, Leo D. Maloney and Rex Downs.

When did The Broken Train come out?+

The Broken Train is a 1915 movie directed by J.P. McGowan.

What genre is The Broken Train?+

The Broken Train is Thriller film.

Who directed The Broken Train?+

The Broken Train was directed by J.P. McGowan.