The Box Car Trap
1915, English. Directed by J.P. McGowan.
Jim, determined to ruin a box car brake test, hides inside, removes the flooring, and ruins the brake apparatus. As a result, the box car runs wild, trapping him inside. Before Helen can sidetrack the runaway, it shoots off the track at Elbow curve, overturning as it topples down the embankment. Helen smashes a hole through the side, braves the flames, crawls into the car, rescues Jim and drags him to safety. But her heroism is too late; Jim dies in her arms.
- Runtime
- 0h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- 1 May 1915
- Country
- United States of America
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The Box Car Trap: quick answers
What should I watch before The Box Car Trap?
Watch A Life in the Balance (1915), The Girl on the Trestle (1915), The Girl Engineer (1915), and A Race for a Crossing (1915) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after The Box Car Trap?
Next in the series: The Hazards of Helen Ep26: The Wild Engine (1915), The Fiend at the Throttle (1915), and The Broken Train (1915).
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How long is The Box Car Trap?
The Box Car Trap runs 12 minutes (0h 12m).
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The Box Car Trap parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Box Car Trap is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Box Car Trap on?
The Box Car Trap isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 May 1915. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Box Car Trap?
If you liked The Box Car Trap, try Black Widow, Chief of Station, Safety Last!.
Who directed The Box Car Trap?
The Box Car Trap (1915) was directed by J.P. McGowan and stars Helen Holmes, George A. Williams, Leo D. Maloney.