The Leap from the Water Tower
Synopsis
Rand, a vengeful discharged fireman, tampers with the airbrakes of a large freight locomotive making them useless on the long descent from the summit of Pine Hill to Lone Point the following day. Learning of the impending peril, Helen dashes to a water tower under which the train must pass, climbs out on the spout, leaps onto the roof of one of the cars, and warns the engineer in time. Helen's heroism wins her another offer of marriage, this time from Wadsworth, the freight engineer, but once again she opts for next weeks hazards instead.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 9, 1915
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J.P. McGowan, Helen Holmes
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Howard Clark, Edward T. Matlack
- Original Title
- The Leap from the Water Tower
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Studios
- Kalem Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J.P. McGowan, Helen Holmes
Frank Howard Clark, Edward T. Matlack
Department Leadership Roster
J.P. McGowan
Director
Helen Holmes
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Leap from the Water Tower
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What is The Leap from the Water Tower about?
Rand, a vengeful discharged fireman, tampers with the airbrakes of a large freight locomotive making them useless on the long descent from the summit of Pine Hill to Lone Point the following day. Learning of the impending peril, Helen dashes to a water tower under which the train must pass, climbs out on the spout, leaps onto the roof of one of the cars, and warns the engineer in time. Helen's heroism wins her another offer of marriage, this time from Wadsworth, the freight engineer, but once again she opts for next weeks hazards instead.
Who directed The Leap from the Water Tower?
The Leap from the Water Tower was directed by J.P. McGowan, Helen Holmes.
Who stars in The Leap from the Water Tower?
The principal cast of The Leap from the Water Tower includes Helen Holmes, Leo D. Maloney, J.P. McGowan, George A. Williams, M.J. Murchison.
When was The Leap from the Water Tower released and how long is it?
The Leap from the Water Tower was released in 1915 with a total runtime of 13m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Leap from the Water Tower?
The Leap from the Water Tower holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).