The Secret of the Box Car
1916, English. Directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
Escaping after an early morning bank robbery, Gentleman Joe and his pal succeed in boarding a freight train headed toward Lone Point. Fearing rightly that a warning has been sent down the line, they secrete their loot in a box car, and, after noting its number, alight and seek cover until after the pursuit has cooled.
- Runtime
- 0h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 2 September 1916
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Edward T. Matlack
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The Secret of the Box Car: quick answers
What should I watch before The Secret of the Box Car?
Watch A Mystery of the Rails (1916), Hurled Through the Drawbridge (1916), With the Aid of the Wrecker (1916), and At Danger's Call (1916) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after The Secret of the Box Car?
Next in the series: Ablaze on the Rails (1916), The Hoodoo of Division B (1916), and Defying Death (1916).
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How long is The Secret of the Box Car?
The Secret of the Box Car runs 12 minutes (0h 12m).
Does The Secret of the Box Car have a post-credits scene?
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The Secret of the Box Car parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Secret of the Box Car is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Secret of the Box Car on?
The Secret of the Box Car isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 September 1916. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Secret of the Box Car?
If you liked The Secret of the Box Car, try Safety Last!, The Lady Vanishes, Black Widow.
Who directed The Secret of the Box Car?
The Secret of the Box Car (1916) was directed by J. Gunnis Davis and stars Helen Gibson, George A. Williams, Scott Pembroke.