The Spiked Switch
Synopsis
Trent returns to the throttle too soon after his recovery from illness. On the following day Ruth, his daughter, and Hume plan to elope. Trent, with a new fireman, is suddenly taken with a weak spell and when the fireman becomes panic-stricken there is a scuffle which ends with the fireman thrown to the ground while the fast freight speeds on.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 3, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Gunnis Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward T. Matlack
- Original Title
- The Spiked Switch
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 12m
- 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 Spiked Switch
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What is The Spiked Switch about?
Trent returns to the throttle too soon after his recovery from illness. On the following day Ruth, his daughter, and Hume plan to elope. Trent, with a new fireman, is suddenly taken with a weak spell and when the fireman becomes panic-stricken there is a scuffle which ends with the fireman thrown to the ground while the fast freight speeds on.
Who directed The Spiked Switch?
The Spiked Switch was directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
Who stars in The Spiked Switch?
The principal cast of The Spiked Switch includes Helen Gibson, George A. Williams, Roy Watson, Pearl Anibus, Scott Pembroke.
When was The Spiked Switch released and how long is it?
The Spiked Switch was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 12m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Spiked Switch?
The Spiked Switch holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).