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Release, runtime and language
1933 · 76 mins · English
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Directed by
William K. Howard
Starring
Spencer Tracy, Billy O'Brien, Russell Simpson, Robert Warwick, Mary Gordon, J. Farrell MacDonald

Shortly after his funeral, the story of Tom Garner is recounted. Starting as a track walker, he climbs the railroad ranks, ultimately becoming the company's president. His relentless ambition drives him away from his family, and by the time he realizes the damage, it is too late.

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