Three Jumps Ahead
"A tale of the western plains where the best man wins. Wild rides down steep mountains, and a mad plunge in a careening stage coach lead up to a thrilling leap over a canyon 20 feet wide and 90 feet deep."
Originally released in 1923. Three Jumps Ahead is a western film. directed by John Ford. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tom Mix, Alma Bennett, and Edward Peil Sr.
Synopsis
John Ford both directed and wrote the story (based on his published work The Hostage), a typical western romance in which Mix falls for the daughter of an imperiled rancher. This above-average Tom Mix western contains one of the star's more spectacular stunts -- a jump on horseback across the 20-foot Beale's Cut. Truth be told, the star, who frequently did his own stunt work, was forced to use a double this time
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 25, 1923
102 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Fox Film Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Three Jumps Ahead about?
John Ford both directed and wrote the story (based on his published work The Hostage), a typical western romance in which Mix falls for the daughter of an imperiled rancher. This above-average Tom...
Who directed Three Jumps Ahead?
Three Jumps Ahead was directed by John Ford.
How long is Three Jumps Ahead?
Three Jumps Ahead has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Three Jumps Ahead released?
Three Jumps Ahead was released on March 25, 1923 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Three Jumps Ahead?
The main cast of Three Jumps Ahead includes Tom Mix, Alma Bennett, Edward Peil Sr., Joseph W. Girard, Virginia True Boardman.