The read
It runs a compact 59m.
Synopsis
Joe Ryan, a veteran train engineer, is demoted to a flagman position after a disastrous crash-- one caused by his cowardly and opportunistic partner. Though Ryan's failing eyesight is named as the cause of the crash, he's undeterred as he designs an automatic braking invention.
Ratings
IMDb6.2/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Frank O'ConnorDirector
Cast
- Ralph Lewis'Jovial Joe' Ryan
- Jean ArthurGrace Ryan
- Hugh AllanJack Milford
- George ChesebroBert Steele
- Sidney Franklin'Roadhouse' Rosen
- Leon Holmes'Unhandy' Andy
- Missouri RoyerJim Brennan
Stills
Themes
silent film