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The Great Train Robbery

1903·Movie·U·12 min·★ 7.0(735)

“It electrified dad! It terrified mother! It will amuse you!”

After the train station clerk is assaulted and left bound and gagged, then the departing train and its passengers robbed, a posse goes in hot pursuit of the fleeing bandits.

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About The Great Train Robbery

The Great Train Robbery is a 1903 English-language western, crime and action film directed by Edwin S. Porter. The cast is led by Gilbert M. Anderson, John Manus Dougherty Sr., Frank Hanaway. It has a runtime of 0h 12m. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 across 700 ratings.

The Great Train Robbery was produced by Edison Manufacturing Company and made in United States of America. It was released on December 7, 1903, and carries a U certification.

Director
Edwin S. Porter
Writers
Edwin S. Porter, Scott Marble
Release date
December 7, 1903
Original language
English
Age rating
U
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$0 million
Production
Edison Manufacturing Company
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The Great Train Robbery cast & crew

The Great Train Robbery was directed by Edwin S. Porter and written by Edwin S. Porter and Scott Marble.

The cast features Gilbert M. Anderson as Bandit / Shot Passenger / Tenderfoot Dancer (uncredited), John Manus Dougherty Sr. as Bandit (uncredited), Frank Hanaway as Bandit (uncredited), Adam Charles Hayman as Bandit (uncredited), Robert Milasch as Trainman / Bandit (uncredited), and Marie Murray as Dance-Hall Dancer (uncredited).

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Blair Smith and it was produced by Edwin S. Porter.

Is The Great Train Robbery worth watching?

The Great Train Robbery holds an audience score of 7.0/10 from 735 ratings, a solidly received western films.

At 0h 12m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy western, crime, and action, The Great Train Robbery is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of The Great Train Robbery

Gilbert M. Anderson

Gilbert M. Anderson

Bandit / Shot Passenger / Tenderfoot Dancer (uncredited)

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John Manus Dougherty Sr.

Bandit (uncredited)

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Frank Hanaway

Bandit (uncredited)

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Adam Charles Hayman

Bandit (uncredited)

Robert Milasch

Robert Milasch

Trainman / Bandit (uncredited)

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Marie Murray

Dance-Hall Dancer (uncredited)

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Mary Snow

Little Girl (uncredited)

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A.C. Abadie

Sheriff (uncredited)

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Walter Cameron

Sheriff (uncredited)

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Donald Gallaher

Little Boy (uncredited)

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Shadrack E. Graham

Child (uncredited)

George Barnes

George Barnes

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The Great Train Robbery — FAQs

▸Where can I watch The Great Train Robbery in India?

The Great Train Robbery is not currently available on major streaming services in India. Availability changes often — check back soon.

▸Where can I watch The Great Train Robbery in the US?

In the US, The Great Train Robbery is streaming on FlixFling, Kanopy, and Public Domain Movies, and available to rent or buy on FlixFling.

▸What language is The Great Train Robbery in?

The Great Train Robbery is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is The Great Train Robbery?

The Great Train Robbery runs 0 hours 12 minutes (12 minutes).

▸What is The Great Train Robbery rated?

The Great Train Robbery is rated U. It holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 735 ratings.

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