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IMDbNR191612mUnited States of America

Tapped Wires

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Synopsis

After binding Helen to prevent her from stopping the express train to have it await an armed guard, crooks board the train, disable the messenger and dynamite the safe. Helen later takes a short cut in an auto and overtakes the train, but the crooks leap from the speeding train into her car before she can warn the engineer and train crew.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 29, 1916

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
J. Gunnis Davis
Original Title
Tapped Wires
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
12m
Production Studios
Kalem Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

J. Gunnis Davis

Department Leadership Roster

J. Gunnis Davis

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tapped Wires

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

What is Tapped Wires about?

After binding Helen to prevent her from stopping the express train to have it await an armed guard, crooks board the train, disable the messenger and dynamite the safe. Helen later takes a short cut in an auto and overtakes the train, but the crooks leap from the speeding train into her car before she can warn the engineer and train crew.

Who directed Tapped Wires?

Tapped Wires was directed by J. Gunnis Davis.

Who stars in Tapped Wires?

The principal cast of Tapped Wires includes Helen Gibson, Robyn Adair, Franklyn Hall, George Robinson, Glen Gano.

When was Tapped Wires released and how long is it?

Tapped Wires was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 12m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Tapped Wires?

Tapped Wires holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).