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IMDbNR191413mUnited States of America

Helen's Sacrifice

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Synopsis

In the first entry in the popular Hazards of Helen series, Helen, the night telegraph operator at Lone Point, relieves Benton, the day operator, several hours ahead of time, because he is caring for his sick child. Receiving an order to sidetrack a freight until the fast mail passes, Helen mounts a horse, takes a short cut, leaps from a fifty foot cliff into a river

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Part of the The Hazards of Helen

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

November 14, 1914

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
J.P. McGowan
Screenplay & Story
Frank Howard Clark, Edward T. Matlack
Original Title
Helen's Sacrifice
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
13m
Production Studios
Kalem Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

J.P. McGowan

Screenplay & Story

Frank Howard Clark, Edward T. Matlack

Department Leadership Roster

J.P. McGowan

J.P. McGowan

Director

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 Helen's Sacrifice.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Helen's Sacrifice

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

What is Helen's Sacrifice about?

In the first entry in the popular Hazards of Helen series, Helen, the night telegraph operator at Lone Point, relieves Benton, the day operator, several hours ahead of time, because he is caring for his sick child. Receiving an order to sidetrack a freight until the fast mail passes, Helen mounts a horse, takes a short cut, leaps from a fifty foot cliff into a river

Who directed Helen's Sacrifice?

Helen's Sacrifice was directed by J.P. McGowan.

Who stars in Helen's Sacrifice?

The principal cast of Helen's Sacrifice includes Helen Holmes, J.P. McGowan, Ethel Clisbee, Pearl Hoxie.

When was Helen's Sacrifice released and how long is it?

Helen's Sacrifice was released in 1914 with a total runtime of 13m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Helen's Sacrifice?

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