The General

The General

Cannes Film Festival
Berlin International Film Festival
International Film Festival Rotterdam

When the American Civil War breaks out, confederate railroad engineer Johnny Gray has his beloved locomotive carrying his fiancée stolen by Union spies. He boards another massive train, and sets out to pursue the Northern spies to get his kidnapped steam engine back. Brilliantly filmed and fuelled with classic physical comedy, The General captures Buster Keaton at his very best.

Directed By: Buster Keaton, Clyde Bruckman
Written By: Buster Keaton, Clyde Bruckman, Al Boasberg, Charles H. Smith
Starring: Buster Keaton

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The General
  • The General (1926)

    Cannes Film Festival
    Berlin International Film Festival
    International Film Festival Rotterdam

    When the American Civil War breaks out, confederate railroad engineer Johnny Gray has his beloved locomotive carrying his fiancée stolen by Union spies. He boards another massive train, and sets out to ...