The Third Alarm (1922): cast, story & where to watch
1922 · Film
Released in 1922, The Third Alarm is a drama film directed by Emory Johnson, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Because Dan McDowell is unable to operate the new mechanized fire equipment, he is retired with a small pension; his son, Johnny, quits school to work in the fire department; and his old horse, Bullet, is sold to a dirt-hauler. Dan is charged with stealing Bullet and is jailed, but he is cleared in time to give valuable aid in a fire that traps Johnny's sweetheart, June Rutherford.
Who’s in it. The Third Alarm stars Ralph Lewis as Dan McDowell, Johnnie Walker as Johnny McDowell, Ella Hall as June Rutherford and Virginia True Boardman as Mother McDowell, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Third Alarm page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Third Alarm tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Third Alarm (1922)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Third Alarm change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Third Alarm?
- The Third Alarm stars Ralph Lewis, Johnnie Walker, Ella Hall, Virginia True Boardman and Richard Morris.
- When was The Third Alarm released?
- The Third Alarm was released in 1922, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.