The Lightning Express is a 1930 American pre-Code Universal film serial, featuring the adventures of "Whispering Smith" (played by Al Ferguson). This serial is considered a lost film.
The serial's story focuses on whether a railroad will be allowed to cross a family's property.
Cast Lane Chandler as Jack Venable Louise Lorraine as Bobbie Al Ferguson as detective Whispering Smith Greta Granstedt as Kate J. Gordon Russell as Frank Sayer, the villain John Oscar as Bill Lewellyn Martin Cichy as Hank Bob Reeves as Floyd Griswell James Pierce as henchman Robert Kelly as henchman
Production The Lightning Express was based on "Whispering Smith Speaks" by Frank H. Spearman. Released by Universal on June 3, 1930, it was a remake of Whispering Smith Rides (1927).
Chapter titles A Shot in the Dark A Scream of Terror Dangerous Rails The Death Trap Tower of Terror A Call for Help The Runaway Freight The Showdown The Secret Survey Cleared Tracks Source:
See also List of film serials by year List of film serials by studio
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