The Secret of the Box Car
Synopsis
Escaping after an early morning bank robbery, Gentleman Joe and his pal succeed in boarding a freight train headed toward Lone Point. Fearing rightly that a warning has been sent down the line, they secrete their loot in a box car, and, after noting its number, alight and seek cover until after the pursuit has cooled.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 2, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Gunnis Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward T. Matlack
- Original Title
- The Secret of the Box Car
- 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
Edward T. Matlack
Writer
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 Secret of the Box Car
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What is The Secret of the Box Car about?
Escaping after an early morning bank robbery, Gentleman Joe and his pal succeed in boarding a freight train headed toward Lone Point. Fearing rightly that a warning has been sent down the line, they secrete their loot in a box car, and, after noting its number, alight and seek cover until after the pursuit has cooled.
Who directed The Secret of the Box Car?
The Secret of the Box Car was directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
Who stars in The Secret of the Box Car?
The principal cast of The Secret of the Box Car includes Helen Gibson, George A. Williams, Scott Pembroke, George Routh.
When was The Secret of the Box Car released and how long is it?
The Secret of the Box Car was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 12m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Secret of the Box Car?
The Secret of the Box Car holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).