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The Wrecker wrecks trains on the L & R Railroad. One of his victims is Larry Baker's father. Baker wants to find the evildoer, among a host of suspects, but it will be difficult since the Wrecker can disguise himself to look like almost anyone
A heroic train engineer, Steve Rance, battles a ruthless gang led by the mysterious "Wagon Master" who are sabotaging trains and stealing valuable cargo. The gang's ultimate goal is to control the region's lucrative shipping by eliminating the railroad. Steve must overcome numerous obstacles and close calls to expose the villains and protect the vital railroad line.
As a serial film from the early 1930s, "The Hurricane Express" was primarily designed for Saturday matinees and episodic viewing. While not critically acclaimed in the traditional sense, it was a popular and exciting adventure that thrilled audiences of its time with its fast-paced action and stunt work. Modern reception acknowledges its historical significance as an early example of action filmmaking and a showcase for a young John Wayne.
Enthusiastic and action-packed serial entertainment.
Features thrilling train sequences and daring stunts.
A classic example of early adventure filmmaking.
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The serial was notable for featuring an early starring role for John Wayne, who was then billed as "Duke Wayne." It was one of his first opportunities to showcase his burgeoning screen presence in a lead role.
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John Wayne is "Larry", an airline pilot who only just manages to land his plane in a field and rush to the scene of a railway accident in which his father, the driver, has perished. He is livid and when he discovers that this was sabotage, ...