The Wrecker (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1929, The Wrecker is a drama and crime film directed by Géza von Bolváry, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. The Wrecker is a British film that tells the story of a crook who organises train crashes to discredit the railway, in favour of a rival bus company. The stunts in this film were groundbreaking for 1920s British cinema A scene wich has been discribed as "the most spectacular rail crash in cinema history" was recorded by 22 cameras.
Who’s in it. The Wrecker stars Carlyle Blackwell as Ambrose Barney, Benita Hume as Mary Shelton, Joseph Striker as Roger Doyle and Winter Hall as Sir Gerald Bartlett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Wrecker has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wrecker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wrecker tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wrecker (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wrecker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wrecker worth watching?
- The Wrecker holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wrecker?
- The Wrecker stars Carlyle Blackwell, Benita Hume, Joseph Striker, Winter Hall and Gordon Harker.
- When was The Wrecker released?
- The Wrecker was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.