The Great Train Robbery

1903·Movie
12min
71
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High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Fast-paced and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Violence6

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia9
  • Romance1
  • Wholesome1

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy1
  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History and crime

  • Novelty7
  • World Immersion5
  • Dialogue Centrality3

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction5
  • Acting5
  • Intrigue4

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography4
  • Editing4
  • Music Composition3

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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You want something to laugh at

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About

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.
Silent FilmEarly CinemaWesternTrain RobberyAmerican HistoryActionCrimeShort FilmLandmark Film

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Great Train Robbery

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Where can I stream The Great Train Robbery legally?

The Great Train Robbery is included with a subscription to FlixFling in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. You can also rent or buy it from FlixFling. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Great Train Robbery worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.2 and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Great Train Robbery rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Great Train Robbery?

0 h 12 min

The Great Train Robbery runs 0 h 12 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Great Train Robbery?

Critics68
Audiences67

Yes. Critics average 68 and audiences 67 out of 100, so both groups see The Great Train Robbery much the same way.

What language is The Great Train Robbery in?

Englishxx

It was made in English, with some xx. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Great Train Robbery?

5ATCACHDEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Great Train Robbery in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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