The Wrecker
Originally released in 1929. The Wrecker is a crime/drama film. directed by Géza von Bolváry. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Carlyle Blackwell, Benita Hume, and Joseph Striker
Synopsis
The Wrecker is a British film that tells the story of a crook who organises train crashes to discredit the railway, in favour of a rival bus company. The stunts in this film were groundbreaking for 1920s British cinema A scene wich has been discribed as "the most spectacular rail crash in cinema history" was recorded by 22 cameras.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 16, 1929
96 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Germany
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Wrecker about?
The Wrecker is a British film that tells the story of a crook who organises train crashes to discredit the railway, in favour of a rival bus company. The stunts in this film were groundbreaking for...
Who directed The Wrecker?
The Wrecker was directed by Géza von Bolváry.
How long is The Wrecker?
The Wrecker has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was The Wrecker released?
The Wrecker was released on July 16, 1929 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Wrecker?
The main cast of The Wrecker includes Carlyle Blackwell, Benita Hume, Joseph Striker, Winter Hall, Gordon Harker.