Railroadin'
Synopsis
The gang is playing around the railroad station, and Joe and Chubby's father, an engineer, lectures against the kids playing in such a dangerous area. True to his word, after Joe and Chubby's father leaves, a crazy man starts a train with most of the kids on it, save for Farina who is nearly run over several times. Once Farina manages to climb aboard himself, the kids attempt to stop the runaway locomotive, but have no luck until the engine crashes into a grocery truck. As it turns out, however, the entire incident is revealed to be a dream Farina had as Joe and Chubby's father lectured the kids about rail-yard safety.
Top Cast
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Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins
Wheezer
Joe Cobb
Joe
Allen 'Farina' Hoskins
Farina
Mary Ann Jackson
Mary Ann
Harry Spear
Harry
Norman Chaney
Chubby
Jean Darling
Jean
Helen Jerome Eddy
Ed Brandenburg
Brakeman
Mrs. Norman T. Chaney
Passenger
Dorothy Darling
Passenger
Otto Fries
Joe's father
Jack Hill
Grocery truck driver
Robert F. McGowan
Man who stumbles on the Limited
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 15, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert F. McGowan
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert A. McGowan
- Original Title
- Railroadin'
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 19m
- Production Studios
- Hal Roach Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert F. McGowan
Robert A. McGowan
F.E. Hershey, Art Lloyd
Richard C. Currier
Robert F. McGowan, Hal Roach
Department Leadership Roster
Robert F. McGowan
Director
Robert F. McGowan
Producer
Hal Roach
Producer
Richard C. Currier
Editor
F.E. Hershey
Director of Photography
Art Lloyd
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Railroadin'
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Railroadin' about?
The gang is playing around the railroad station, and Joe and Chubby's father, an engineer, lectures against the kids playing in such a dangerous area. True to his word, after Joe and Chubby's father leaves, a crazy man starts a train with most of the kids on it, save for Farina who is nearly run over several times. Once Farina manages to climb aboard himself, the kids attempt to stop the runaway locomotive, but have no luck until the engine crashes into a grocery truck. As it turns out, however, the entire incident is revealed to be a dream Farina had as Joe and Chubby's father lectured the kids about rail-yard safety.
Who directed Railroadin'?
Railroadin' was directed by Robert F. McGowan.
Who stars in Railroadin'?
The principal cast of Railroadin' includes Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins, Joe Cobb, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins, Mary Ann Jackson, Harry Spear.
When was Railroadin' released and how long is it?
Railroadin' was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 19m.