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The Switchtower

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"He was a regular boy and his father a switchman. The boy determined to be like his dad and spent his play hours around the switch-tower. Thus at the crucial moment he was able to save his father's honor as a switchman, when the struggle…

DirectorAnthony O'Sullivan
WriterGeorge Hennessy

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Cast · Directed by Anthony O'Sullivan

HWHenry B. Walthall
Henry B. Walthall
The Switchman
LBLionel Barrymore
Lionel Barrymore
First Counterfeiter
CMClaire McDowell
Claire McDowell
The Switchman's Wife
ME
Marion Emmons
The Switchman's Son
CWCharles West
Charles West
Second Counterfeiter
JD
John T. Dillon
Third Counterfeiter
WCWilliam A. Carroll
William A. Carroll
First Federal Agent
FE
Frank Evans
Second Federal Agent
GBGeorge Beranger
George Beranger
A Tramp
AO
Anthony O'Sullivan
The Storekeeper
HCHarry Carey
Harry Carey

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The Switchtower — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Switchtower?

The Switchtower is streaming on Public Domain Movies in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Switchtower on Netflix?

No, The Switchtower is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Public Domain Movies.

Is The Switchtower on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Switchtower isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Public Domain Movies instead.

Where can I watch The Switchtower for free?

The Switchtower is available to stream free (with ads) on Public Domain Movies in United States.