Near Eternity
Synopsis
A quarryman, dismissed because of intoxication, blames Billy, the mail clerk, and seeks revenge. He steals several sticks of dynamite, climbs to the top of the mail crane and ties to the explosives to the mail bag. Helen sees what is taking place, climbs to the arm and unties the dynamite. With the passenger train a short distance away, she hurls the explosive away just as the train approaches.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 19, 1915
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J.P. McGowan
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward T. Matlack
- Original Title
- Near Eternity
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 12m
- Production Studios
- Kalem Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J.P. McGowan
Edward T. Matlack
Department Leadership Roster
J.P. McGowan
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
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 Near Eternity
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Near Eternity about?
A quarryman, dismissed because of intoxication, blames Billy, the mail clerk, and seeks revenge. He steals several sticks of dynamite, climbs to the top of the mail crane and ties to the explosives to the mail bag. Helen sees what is taking place, climbs to the arm and unties the dynamite. With the passenger train a short distance away, she hurls the explosive away just as the train approaches.
Who directed Near Eternity?
Near Eternity was directed by J.P. McGowan.
Who stars in Near Eternity?
The principal cast of Near Eternity includes Helen Holmes, Leo D. Maloney, Kenneth Williams.
When was Near Eternity released and how long is it?
Near Eternity was released in 1915 with a total runtime of 12m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Near Eternity?
Near Eternity holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).