The Girl at the Throttle
1914, English. Directed by J.P. McGowan.
Helen, the telegrapher at Downing Junction, receives word that an engineer has been accidentally shot by a partridge hunter, and the runaway train will collide with the Eastbound Express. Helen jumps onto a nearby standing locomotive, opens it up full throttle, catches up the Express, warns the engineer of the impending danger
- Runtime
- 0h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 28 November 1914
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Frank Howard Clark, Edward T. Matlack
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The Girl at the Throttle: quick answers
What should I watch before The Girl at the Throttle?
Watch Helen's Sacrifice (1914) and The Plot at the Railroad Cut (1914) first.
What comes after The Girl at the Throttle?
Next in the series: The Stolen Engine (1914), The Flying Freight's Captive (1914), and The Black Diamond Express (1914).
Is The Girl at the Throttle worth watching?
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How long is The Girl at the Throttle?
The Girl at the Throttle runs 12 minutes (0h 12m).
Does The Girl at the Throttle have a post-credits scene?
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The Girl at the Throttle parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Girl at the Throttle is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Girl at the Throttle on?
The Girl at the Throttle isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 28 November 1914. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Girl at the Throttle?
If you liked The Girl at the Throttle, try Black Widow, Strange but True, The Lady Vanishes.
Who directed The Girl at the Throttle?
The Girl at the Throttle (1914) was directed by J.P. McGowan and stars Helen Holmes, William Ehfe, Jack Hoxie.