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9.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDbNR19281h 0mUnited States of America

Dead Man's Curve

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Synopsis

A grease monkey discovers a defect in an auto engine being turned out by his employer. But since our hero discovers this only after losing an important race, his boss chalks up the loss to Fairbanks' supposed cowardice.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 15, 1928

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Richard Rosson
Screenplay & Story
Ewart Adamson, Randolph Bartlett, Frank Richardson Pierce
Original Title
Dead Man's Curve
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
1h 0m
Production Studios
Film Booking Offices of America (FBO)

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Richard Rosson

Screenplay & Story

Ewart Adamson, Randolph Bartlett, Frank Richardson Pierce

Department Leadership Roster

Richard Rosson

Richard Rosson

Director

Ewart Adamson

Writer

Randolph Bartlett

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Dead Man's Curve.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dead Man's Curve

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Dead Man's Curve about?

A grease monkey discovers a defect in an auto engine being turned out by his employer. But since our hero discovers this only after losing an important race, his boss chalks up the loss to Fairbanks' supposed cowardice.

Who directed Dead Man's Curve?

Dead Man's Curve was directed by Richard Rosson.

Who stars in Dead Man's Curve?

The principal cast of Dead Man's Curve includes Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Sally Blane, Charles Byer, Arthur Metcalfe, Kit Guard.

When was Dead Man's Curve released and how long is it?

Dead Man's Curve was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Dead Man's Curve?

Dead Man's Curve holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).