The Open Track
1916, English. Directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
"The Open Track" is a short action film from the action series of short films "The Hazards of Helen". This is episode 63 from a total of 119 weekly one reel films produced by Kalem. Helen's cleverness exposes a band of counterfeiters who later succeed in turning the tables on the railroad detectives and tying the two men to the cowcatcher of a train which they then start off down the grade. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2010.
- Runtime
- 0h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 22 January 1916
- Country
- United States of America
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The Open Track: quick answers
What should I watch before The Open Track?
Watch A Boy at the Throttle (1915), At the Risk of Her Life (1916), When Seconds Count (1916), and The Haunted Station (1916) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after The Open Track?
Next in the series: Tapped Wires (1916), The Broken Wire (1916), and The Peril of the Rails (1916).
Is The Open Track worth watching?
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How long is The Open Track?
The Open Track runs 10 minutes (0h 10m).
Does The Open Track have a post-credits scene?
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The Open Track parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Open Track is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Open Track on?
The Open Track isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 22 January 1916. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Open Track?
If you liked The Open Track, try Black Widow, Hostile Takeover, Flowers and Trees.
Who directed The Open Track?
The Open Track (1916) was directed by J. Gunnis Davis and stars Helen Gibson, Robyn Adair, Clarence Burton.