The Spiked Switch
1916, English. Directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
Trent returns to the throttle too soon after his recovery from illness. On the following day Ruth, his daughter, and Hume plan to elope. Trent, with a new fireman, is suddenly taken with a weak spell and when the fireman becomes panic-stricken there is a scuffle which ends with the fireman thrown to the ground while the fast freight speeds on.
- Runtime
- 0h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Details
- Released
- 3 June 1916
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Edward T. Matlack
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The Spiked Switch: quick answers
What should I watch before The Spiked Switch?
Watch The Human Telegram (1916), The Bridge of Danger (1916), One Chance in a Hundred (1916), and The Capture of Red Stanley (1916) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after The Spiked Switch?
Next in the series: The Treasure Train (1916), A Race Through the Air (1916), and In Death's Pathway (1916).
Is The Spiked Switch worth watching?
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How long is The Spiked Switch?
The Spiked Switch runs 12 minutes (0h 12m).
Does The Spiked Switch have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Spiked Switch. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Spiked Switch parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Spiked Switch is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Spiked Switch on?
The Spiked Switch isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 3 June 1916. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Spiked Switch?
If you liked The Spiked Switch, try Black Widow, Maniac, Chief of Station.
Who directed The Spiked Switch?
The Spiked Switch (1916) was directed by J. Gunnis Davis and stars Helen Gibson, George A. Williams, Roy Watson.