The Broken Brake
1916, English. Directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
In a scuffle between the assistant foreman and a discharged employee at the mountain construction camp the latter's revolver is fired, bringing about a dynamite explosion that severely injures many of the men.
- Runtime
- 0h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Details
- Released
- 15 July 1916
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Edward T. Matlack
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The Broken Brake: quick answers
What should I watch before The Broken Brake?
Watch In Death's Pathway (1916), The Mysterious Cipher (1916), The Engineer's Honor (1916), and To Save the Road (1916) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after The Broken Brake?
Next in the series: A Plunge from the Sky (1916), A Mystery of the Rails (1916), and Hurled Through the Drawbridge (1916).
Is The Broken Brake worth watching?
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How long is The Broken Brake?
The Broken Brake runs 12 minutes (0h 12m).
Does The Broken Brake have a post-credits scene?
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The Broken Brake parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Broken Brake is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Broken Brake on?
The Broken Brake isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 15 July 1916. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Broken Brake?
If you liked The Broken Brake, try Black Widow, No Name on the Bullet, Chief of Station.
Who directed The Broken Brake?
The Broken Brake (1916) was directed by J. Gunnis Davis and stars Helen Gibson, George A. Williams, George Routh.