The House That Jack Built
Originally released in 1916. The House That Jack Built is a drama film. directed by Charles E. Davenport. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring George Henry, Iva Shepard, and Al Franklin Thomas
Synopsis
Brakeman Jack Foster is the hero of the story. A happily married father of two, his lack of caution while following his dangerous calling is a constant source of worry to his wife and to his close friend conductor Jim Stevens. Jim trying to point out the risks Jack is continually running tells him stories about what leads to a wreck, how the brakeman lost his leg, another man an eye, and how a third man was knocked from the roof of a boxcar when making a coupling. Lesson learned Jack becomes a model of caution and efficiency.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1916
110 years ago
Runtime
0h 20m
20 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The New York Central Railroad
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The House That Jack Built about?
Brakeman Jack Foster is the hero of the story. A happily married father of two, his lack of caution while following his dangerous calling is a constant source of worry to his wife and to his close ...
Who directed The House That Jack Built?
The House That Jack Built was directed by Charles E. Davenport.
How long is The House That Jack Built?
The House That Jack Built has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was The House That Jack Built released?
The House That Jack Built was released on January 1, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The House That Jack Built?
The main cast of The House That Jack Built includes George Henry, Iva Shepard, Al Franklin Thomas.