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The Overland Telegraph

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1929-03-02
1h 0m
English
Released
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

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At the beginning of the Civil War, as federal troops start to build the first overland telegraph, Indians, who fear the wires, kill some of the linesmen. In response, Major Hammond, who oversees the troops, requests that President Abraham Lincoln send twenty thousand more soldiers to come to his aid. Lincoln grants Hammond's request, and sends along Capt. Allen, who is knowledgeable about Indians. At his new post, Allen discovers that a Confederate spy has been fomenting trouble with the Indians. Allen eventually uncovers the spy, makes peace with the Indians and wins the love of Dorothy, a young woman who lives at the post.

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Stream The Overland Telegraph online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed western movie originally produced in English and released in 1929, it's earned a solid 9.0/10 from 1 viewers worldwide.

About The Overland Telegraph

At the beginning of the Civil War, as federal troops start to build the first overland telegraph, Indians, who fear the wires, kill some of the linesmen. In response, Major Hammond, who oversees the troops, requests that President Abraham Lincoln send twenty thousand more soldiers to come to his aid. Lincoln grants Hammond's request, and sends along Capt. Allen, who is knowledgeable about Indians. At his new post, Allen discovers that a Confederate spy has been fomenting trouble with the Indians. Allen eventually uncovers the spy, makes peace with the Indians and wins the love of Dorothy, a young woman who lives at the post. Running 60 minutes.

The Overland Telegraph Cast and Characters

The cast features Tim McCoy (as Captain Allen), Dorothy Janis (as Dorothy), Frank Rice (as Easy), Lawford Davidson (as Briggs), and Clarence Geldart (as Major Hammond). Their performances are a major reason The Overland Telegraph has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Overland Telegraph

There's a reason The Overland Telegraph keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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The Overland Telegraph runs for 60 minutes (about 1 hour).

Is The Overland Telegraph good? What's the rating?

The Overland Telegraph holds a 9.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — genuinely excellent.

Who is in the cast of The Overland Telegraph?

The main cast includes Tim McCoy, Dorothy Janis, Frank Rice, and Lawford Davidson, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

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The Overland Telegraph was released in 1929.

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What is The Overland Telegraph about?

The Overland Telegraph is a Western English-language film. At the beginning of the Civil War, as federal troops start to build the first overland telegraph, Indians, who fear the wires, kill some of the linesmen. In response, Major Hammond, who oversees the troops, requests that President Abraham Lincoln send twenty thousand more soldiers to come to his aid. Lincoln grants Hammond's request, and sends along Capt. Allen, who is knowledgeable about Indians. At his new post, Allen discovers that a Confederate spy has been fomenting trouble with the Indians. Allen eventually uncovers the spy, makes peace with the Indians and wins the love of Dorothy, a young woman who lives at the post.

When was The Overland Telegraph released?

The Overland Telegraph was released on March 2, 1929. It has a runtime of 1h 0m. The film was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.

Who stars in The Overland Telegraph?

The Overland Telegraph stars Tim McCoy, Dorothy Janis, Frank Rice and Lawford Davidson. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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