The Iron Trail (1921): cast, story & where to watch
1921 · Film
Released in 1921, The Iron Trail is an adventure film directed by Roy William Neill, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Alaskan railroad magnate Curtis Gordon hires engineer Dan Appleton to design a railroad route up the Salmon River to the rich gold country. Gordon turns down the engineer's proposed route in favor of his own, and Appleton quits. Murray O'Neil, a rival builder, hires him and falls in love with his sister Eliza, while Appleton courts Natalie, Gordon's stepdaughter. Following Appleton's plan, O'Neil lays the trail with a bridge crossing the river in face of Gordon's opposition.
Who’s in it. The Iron Trail stars Wyndham Standing as Murray O'Neil, Thurston Hall as Curtis Gordon, Reginald Denny as Dan Appleton and Alma Tell as Eliza Appleton, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Iron Trail page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Iron Trail tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Iron Trail (1921)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Iron Trail change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Iron Trail?
- The Iron Trail stars Wyndham Standing, Thurston Hall, Reginald Denny, Alma Tell and Harlan Knight.
- When was The Iron Trail released?
- The Iron Trail was released in 1921, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.