The Iron Horse
"THE WEDDING OF THE RAILS! ONE OF AMERICA'S MOST THRILLING HISTORICAL DEEDS--THE DRIVING OF THE LAST SPIKE FOR THE TRANSCONTINENTAL RAILROAD"
Originally released in 1925. The Iron Horse is a western/drama film. directed by John Ford. With a runtime of 2h 29m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring George O'Brien, Madge Bellamy, and Charles Edward Bull
Synopsis
Brandon, a surveyor, dreams of building a railway to the west. He sets off with his son, Davy, to survey a route. They discover a new pass which will shave 200 miles off the expected distance, but they are set upon by a party of Cheyenne. One of them, a white renegade with only two fingers on his right hand, kills Brandon and scalps him. Davy is all alone now.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 4, 1925
100 years ago
Runtime
2h 29m
149 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (74 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
George O'Brien
as Davy Brandon
Madge Bellamy
as Miriam Marsh
Charles Edward Bull
as Abraham Lincoln
Cyril Chadwick
as Jesson
Will Walling
as Thomas Marsh
Francis Powers
as Sergeant Slattery
J. Farrell MacDonald
as Corporal Casey
Jim Welch
as Private Mackay
George Waggner
as Buffalo Bill
Fred Kohler
as Bauman
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Fox Film Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Iron Horse about?
Brandon, a surveyor, dreams of building a railway to the west. He sets off with his son, Davy, to survey a route. They discover a new pass which will shave 200 miles off the expected distance, but ...
Who directed The Iron Horse?
The Iron Horse was directed by John Ford.
How long is The Iron Horse?
The Iron Horse has a runtime of 2 hours and 29 minutes (149 minutes total).
When was The Iron Horse released?
The Iron Horse was released on October 4, 1925 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Iron Horse?
The main cast of The Iron Horse includes George O'Brien, Madge Bellamy, Charles Edward Bull, Cyril Chadwick, Will Walling.