The Detective's Peril
1916, English. Directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
Hanging from a rope over the track, the detective seems certain to plunge to death when the oncoming train splits the knot of the rope which has been tied to a rail and slung over the bridge girder. Helen's presence of mind and nerve in swinging out over the river on the other end of the rope and thus balancing the detective until the train has passed prevents the terrible catastrophe. Later, when pursuing the culprits, Helen once more takes her life in her hands by throwing a lasso from the hand car on which they are pursuing the freight over the brake beam, and then crawling hand over hand to the top of the car.
- Runtime
- 0h 13m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- 25 March 1916
- Country
- United States of America
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What should I watch before The Detective's Peril?
Watch The Switchman's Story (1916), The Girl Telegrapher's Nerve (1916), A Race for a Life (1916), and The Girl Who Dared (1916) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after The Detective's Peril?
Next in the series: The Trapping of 'Peeler' White (1916), The Record Run (1916), and The Race for a Siding (1916).
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How long is The Detective's Peril?
The Detective's Peril runs 13 minutes (0h 13m).
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The Detective's Peril is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Detective's Peril on?
The Detective's Peril isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 25 March 1916. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Detective's Peril?
If you liked The Detective's Peril, try The Mirror Crack'd, Black Widow, Chief of Station.
Who directed The Detective's Peril?
The Detective's Peril (1916) was directed by J. Gunnis Davis and stars Helen Gibson, Clarence Burton, Robyn Adair.