A Postal Substitute
Originally released in 1910. A Postal Substitute is a comedy film. directed by William F. Haddock. At just 11 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Francis Ford, William Clifford, and Henry Stanley
Synopsis
When our picture opens, Joe Flynn, a rider in the service of the government, has been shot from ambush by a masked man and is dying. Grouped at his bedside are his son Jack, a sturdy young man, the local doctor and the county sheriff. The old man dies and a week later we see Jack delivering the mail. The sheriff has inserted the description of the murderer in the Yuma Gulch Herald, and the country is being scoured to find him. Jack has a long and perilous ride between the two points of his route and is frequently beset with danger. Steve Benson, a desperado, who has killed old man Flynn, is living unhappily with his wife in hourly fear of having his crime discovered.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 21, 1910
115 years ago
Runtime
0h 11m
11 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- G. Méliès
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Postal Substitute about?
When our picture opens, Joe Flynn, a rider in the service of the government, has been shot from ambush by a masked man and is dying. Grouped at his bedside are his son Jack, a sturdy young man, the...
Who directed A Postal Substitute?
A Postal Substitute was directed by William F. Haddock.
How long is A Postal Substitute?
A Postal Substitute has a runtime of 0 hours and 11 minutes (11 minutes total).
When was A Postal Substitute released?
A Postal Substitute was released on July 21, 1910 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Postal Substitute?
The main cast of A Postal Substitute includes Francis Ford, William Clifford, Henry Stanley, Edith Storey, Anne Nichols.