Danger Trail
Synopsis
John Howland travels to the frozen North to build a branch of the Hudson Bay Railroad. There he meets and falls in love with Meleese Thoreau who warns him that her three bloodthirsty brothers, Max, Pierre and François, have sworn vengeance against a man named John Howland, the son of a man who killed their mother, and that torture and death await him along the route to his station.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 30, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frederick A. Thomson
- Screenplay & Story
- James Oliver Curwood
- Original Title
- Danger Trail
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Selig Polyscope Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frederick A. Thomson
James Oliver Curwood
William Nicholas Selig
Department Leadership Roster
Frederick A. Thomson
Director
William Nicholas Selig
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Danger Trail
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Danger Trail about?
John Howland travels to the frozen North to build a branch of the Hudson Bay Railroad. There he meets and falls in love with Meleese Thoreau who warns him that her three bloodthirsty brothers, Max, Pierre and François, have sworn vengeance against a man named John Howland, the son of a man who killed their mother, and that torture and death await him along the route to his station.
Who directed Danger Trail?
Danger Trail was directed by Frederick A. Thomson.
Who stars in Danger Trail?
The principal cast of Danger Trail includes H.B. Warner, Violet Heming, Lawson Butt, Arthur Donaldson, Richard Thornton.
When was Danger Trail released and how long is it?
Danger Trail was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is Danger Trail based on a book or true story?
Danger Trail is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "James Oliver Curwood".