The Switch Tower (1913): cast, story & where to watch
1913 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1913, The Switch Tower is a drama film directed by Anthony O'Sullivan, running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. Arrogant tramps, a railroad man , counterfeiters, detectives and a boy to the rescue.
Who’s in it. The Switch Tower stars Henry B. Walthall as The Switchman, Lionel Barrymore as First Counterfeiter, Claire McDowell as The Switchman's Wife and Marion Emmons as The Switchman's Son, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Switch Tower has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Switch Tower page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Switch Tower tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Switch Tower (1913)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Switch Tower change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Switch Tower worth watching?
- The Switch Tower holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Switch Tower?
- The Switch Tower stars Henry B. Walthall, Lionel Barrymore, Claire McDowell, Marion Emmons and Charles West.
- When was The Switch Tower released?
- The Switch Tower was released in 1913, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.