
The Broken Rail
Synopsis
Spang, a tramp telegrapher, is knocked down by a freight car while walking up the siding near Lone Point. Helen witnesses the accident and by quick work saves him from being run over. The girl is later transferred to the shop's office and, due to her influence.

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September 4, 1915
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Gunnis Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward T. Matlack
- Original Title
- The Broken Rail
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Studios
- Kalem Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Gunnis Davis
Edward T. Matlack
Department Leadership Roster
J. Gunnis Davis
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 The Broken Rail
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Broken Rail about?
Spang, a tramp telegrapher, is knocked down by a freight car while walking up the siding near Lone Point. Helen witnesses the accident and by quick work saves him from being run over. The girl is later transferred to the shop's office and, due to her influence.
Who directed The Broken Rail?
The Broken Rail was directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
Who stars in The Broken Rail?
The principal cast of The Broken Rail includes Helen Holmes, J.P. McGowan, Robyn Adair, George A. Williams.
When was The Broken Rail released and how long is it?
The Broken Rail was released in 1915 with a total runtime of 13m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Broken Rail?
The Broken Rail holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).
