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The Border Wireless

1918Movie50 minNR

Western
48
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb4.8
48
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb4.8

Summary

Cowhand Steve Ransom discovers that German spies are operating along Mexican border, relaying their radio messages into Mexico and thus on to Germany. The spies learn that Steve is a fugitive from American justice.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Teens

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Not for laughs, comfort or warmth.

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Cast

5 of 5

Crew

Directed by
William S. Hart
Written by
C. Gardner Sullivan, Howard E. Morton

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Facts

October 6, 1918 · 50 min · NR

Released
October 6, 1918
Runtime
50 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Action, Western
Original language
English
Also spoken
xx
Made in
United States

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is The Border Wireless worth watching?"

Questions about The Border Wireless

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Is The Border Wireless worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48 (IMDb 4.8).

Is The Border Wireless okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is The Border Wireless plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly plot-driven: intrigue (8 of 10) and mystery (7 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.