The Runaway Boxcar
1915, English. Directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
Disguised as car repairmen, Mealius and Denney get aboard the express car, overpower the express messenger and steal a valuable package being forwarded to Arlington. Helen sees the crooks jumping from the car when it stops for water at Lone Point and gives the alarm.
- Runtime
- 0h 13m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 2 August 1915
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Edward T. Matlack
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The Runaway Boxcar: quick answers
What should I watch before The Runaway Boxcar?
Watch A Wild Ride (1915), The Fate of Number One (1915), A Deed of Daring (1915), and The Girl on the Engine (1915) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after The Runaway Boxcar?
Next in the series: The Substitute Fireman (1915), The Limited's Peril (1915), and A Perilous Chance (1915).
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How long is The Runaway Boxcar?
The Runaway Boxcar runs 13 minutes (0h 13m).
Does The Runaway Boxcar have a post-credits scene?
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The Runaway Boxcar parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Runaway Boxcar is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
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The Runaway Boxcar isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 August 1915. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Runaway Boxcar?
If you liked The Runaway Boxcar, try Ocean's Thirteen, The Lady Vanishes, No Name on the Bullet.
Who directed The Runaway Boxcar?
The Runaway Boxcar (1915) was directed by J. Gunnis Davis and stars Helen Holmes, George Robinson, Robyn Adair.