The Rescue of the Brakeman's Children
Synopsis
Discharged for drinking, Coleman attempts to get even by releasing the brakes on an empty boxcar, to which is coupled a flatcar, allowing them to run wild down the main line on which he knows the president's special is coming. Coleman does not know that his children, Helen and Paul, are playing on the flat car.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 30, 1915
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Gunnis Davis
- Original Title
- The Rescue of the Brakeman's Children
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Studios
- Kalem Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Gunnis Davis
Department Leadership Roster
J. Gunnis Davis
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is The Rescue of the Brakeman's Children about?
Discharged for drinking, Coleman attempts to get even by releasing the brakes on an empty boxcar, to which is coupled a flatcar, allowing them to run wild down the main line on which he knows the president's special is coming. Coleman does not know that his children, Helen and Paul, are playing on the flat car.
Who directed The Rescue of the Brakeman's Children?
The Rescue of the Brakeman's Children was directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
Who stars in The Rescue of the Brakeman's Children?
The principal cast of The Rescue of the Brakeman's Children includes Helen Gibson, Franklyn Hall, Robyn Adair, Clarence Burton, Jeanie Antibus.
When was The Rescue of the Brakeman's Children released and how long is it?
The Rescue of the Brakeman's Children was released in 1915 with a total runtime of 13m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Rescue of the Brakeman's Children?
The Rescue of the Brakeman's Children holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).