The Speed Maniac (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film
Released in 1919, The Speed Maniac is a drama and western film directed by Edward LeSaint, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Billy Porter sells his ranch and travels to San Francisco to try his hand in the business world. But he's barely off the ferryboat before he gets waylaid by a little newsboy and the boy's pugilist father, "Knockout" McClusky.
Who’s in it. The Speed Maniac stars Tom Mix as Billy Porter, Eva Novak as Pearl Matthews, Charles K. French as John B. Prescott and Hayward Mack as Philip Malcolm, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Speed Maniac page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Speed Maniac tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Speed Maniac (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Speed Maniac change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Speed Maniac?
- The Speed Maniac stars Tom Mix, Eva Novak, Charles K. French, Hayward Mack and Lee Shumway.
- When was The Speed Maniac released?
- The Speed Maniac was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.