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The Block Signal (1926)

Joe Ryan, a veteran train engineer, is demoted to a flagman position after a disastrous crash-- one caused by his cowardly and opportunistic partner. Though Ryan's failing eyesight is named as the cause of the crash, he's undeterred as he designs an automatic braking invention.

  • Drama
  • Thriller

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Ralph LewisRalph Lewis'Jovial Joe' Ryan
  • Photo of Jean ArthurJean ArthurGrace Ryan
  • Photo of Hugh AllanHugh AllanJack Milford
  • Photo of George ChesebroGeorge ChesebroBert Steele
  • Photo of Sidney FranklinSidney Franklin'Roadhouse' Rosen
  • Photo of Leon HolmesLeon Holmes'Unhandy' Andy
  • Photo of Missouri RoyerMissouri RoyerJim Brennan

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