The Pay Train (1915): cast, story & where to watch
1915 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1915, The Pay Train is a thriller film directed by J.P. McGowan, running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. Helen, overhearing Tony and his accomplices plotting to derail the pay train and steal its money, is thrown into a cattle car; grabbing a revolver which one of the men has dropped, she shoots the wire controlling the semaphore arm, which then swings up and flashes the danger flag, thus averting disaster in the nick of time.
Who’s in it. The Pay Train stars Helen Holmes as Helen, George A. Williams as O'Malley - Section Foreman, Leo D. Maloney as Tony - a Mexican Section Hand and M.J. Murchison as Velasquez, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Pay Train 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 Pay Train page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pay Train tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pay Train (1915)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pay Train change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pay Train worth watching?
- The Pay Train holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pay Train?
- The Pay Train stars Helen Holmes, George A. Williams, Leo D. Maloney, M.J. Murchison and Hoot Gibson.
- When was The Pay Train released?
- The Pay Train was released in 1915, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.