The Block Signal (1926)
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.
Director: Frank O'Connor
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Runtime: 59 min
Release Date: September 15, 1926
Cast
- Ralph Lewis - 'Jovial Joe' Ryan
- Jean Arthur - Grace Ryan
- Hugh Allan - Jack Milford
- George Chesebro - Bert Steele
- Sidney Franklin - 'Roadhouse' Rosen
- Leon Holmes - 'Unhandy' Andy
- Missouri Royer - Jim Brennan
Screenplay
- Edward J. Meagher (Scenario Writer)
- F. Oakley Crawford (Story)
- Frank O'Connor (Scenario Writer)
Original Language: en
Keywords
silent film
More Films by Director: Frank O'Connor
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Block Signal about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Block Signal?
- The Block Signal was directed by Frank O'Connor.
- Who stars in The Block Signal?
- The Block Signal stars Ralph Lewis, Jean Arthur, Hugh Allan, George Chesebro, Sidney Franklin, Leon Holmes.
- How long is The Block Signal?
- The Block Signal has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
- What genre is The Block Signal?
- The Block Signal is a Drama, Thriller film.