A Mystery of the Rails
1916, English. Directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
Jud Hendricks, foreman of the construction camp, is being blackmailed by Gypsy Joe, who knows of a dark page in the Hendricks' past. Hendricks and Tom Rasom are rivals for the favor of Helen, with Tom in the lead. The latter, an engineer, is about to take his train out when he finds Gypsy Joe hiding in a boxcar.
- Runtime
- 0h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 5 August 1916
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Herman A. Blackman
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A Mystery of the Rails: quick answers
What should I watch before A Mystery of the Rails?
Watch The Engineer's Honor (1916), To Save the Road (1916), The Broken Brake (1916), and A Plunge from the Sky (1916) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after A Mystery of the Rails?
Next in the series: Hurled Through the Drawbridge (1916), With the Aid of the Wrecker (1916), and At Danger's Call (1916).
Is A Mystery of the Rails worth watching?
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How long is A Mystery of the Rails?
A Mystery of the Rails runs 12 minutes (0h 12m).
Does A Mystery of the Rails have a post-credits scene?
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A Mystery of the Rails parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Mystery of the Rails is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Mystery of the Rails on?
A Mystery of the Rails isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 5 August 1916. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Mystery of the Rails?
If you liked A Mystery of the Rails, try Black Widow, No Name on the Bullet, Cornered.
Who directed A Mystery of the Rails?
A Mystery of the Rails (1916) was directed by J. Gunnis Davis and stars Helen Gibson, George A. Williams, Scott Pembroke.