The Manager of the B & A (1916): cast, story & where to watch
1916 · Film
Released in 1916, The Manager of the B & A is a drama film directed by J.P. McGowan.
What it’s about. Dan Oakley becomes a railroad manager and his attempt to slash expenses by layoffs and lengthening hours incurs the workers' wrath. With the help of Griffith Ryder, labor leader and newspaper editor, they call a strike. The water main which supplies the railroad yards is cut, and a hot engine starts a fire. With water unavailable, the fire spreads to town, but through his superhuman efforts, Oakley gets it under control. His heroic moves win favor with the workers, and the strike is history.
Who’s in it. The Manager of the B & A stars Helen Holmes as Constance Emory, Leo D. Maloney as Dan Oakley (as Leo Maloney), Paul Hurst as Roger Oakley (as Paul C. Hurst) and N. Z. Wood as Gen. Corning (as N.V. Wood), among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Manager of the B & A page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Manager of the B & A tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Manager of the B & A (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Manager of the B & A change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Manager of the B & A?
- The Manager of the B & A stars Helen Holmes, Leo D. Maloney, Paul Hurst, N. Z. Wood and Thomas G. Lingham.
- When was The Manager of the B & A released?
- The Manager of the B & A was released in 1916.