The Fireman's Nemesis
Originally released in 1917. The Fireman's Nemesis is a thriller film. directed by Walter Morton. At just 12 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Helen Gibson, George A. Williams, and Richard Johnson
Synopsis
Joe, the Wop, employed in the roundhouse near Lone Point is notified that he has been promoted and will take his place that night as a fireman on the local freight. On his way home he stops at the station to tell Helen, the operator, of his good fortune. As Joe starts down the track towards home, Scarlotta, a member of a notorious vendetta that has marked Joe for death, shoots him from ambush. Helen sees Joe fall in the middle of the track and barely succeeds in dragging him to safety out of the path of the limited. Joe's wound is not serious and that night he takes his place as fireman on the freight. Determined to "get" Joe, Scarlotta visits the station where Helen is still at her key and after binding her and locking her in a closet, throws the switch so that the freight will collide with the cars on the siding.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 13, 1917
109 years ago
Runtime
0h 12m
12 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Kalem Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Fireman's Nemesis about?
Joe, the Wop, employed in the roundhouse near Lone Point is notified that he has been promoted and will take his place that night as a fireman on the local freight. On his way home he stops at the ...
Who directed The Fireman's Nemesis?
The Fireman's Nemesis was directed by Walter Morton.
How long is The Fireman's Nemesis?
The Fireman's Nemesis has a runtime of 0 hours and 12 minutes (12 minutes total).
When was The Fireman's Nemesis released?
The Fireman's Nemesis was released on January 13, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Fireman's Nemesis?
The main cast of The Fireman's Nemesis includes Helen Gibson, George A. Williams, Richard Johnson, George Routh.