A Beast at Bay
Originally released in 1912. A Beast at Bay is a drama film. directed by D.W. Griffith. At just 13 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mary Pickford, Edwin August, and Alfred Paget
Synopsis
A young woman is quite taken with a man she met; in fact, he is her “ideal”. However, after her new suitor refuses to get mixed up in a street brawl, the young woman views him as a coward. Nearby, a violent convict has escaped from prison. While the couple takes a ride in the woman’s automobile, the criminal ambushes a guard, taking the officer’s clothing and gun. The young woman still argues her suitor is a coward, drops him off, and drives off alone. She is then carjacked by the on-the-lam criminal. The young man witnesses the ambush and sets out to rescue his lover.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 26, 1912
113 years ago
Runtime
0h 13m
13 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (9 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Mutoscope & Biograph
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Beast at Bay about?
A young woman is quite taken with a man she met; in fact, he is her “ideal”. However, after her new suitor refuses to get mixed up in a street brawl, the young woman views him as a coward. Near...
Who directed A Beast at Bay?
A Beast at Bay was directed by D.W. Griffith.
How long is A Beast at Bay?
A Beast at Bay has a runtime of 0 hours and 13 minutes (13 minutes total).
When was A Beast at Bay released?
A Beast at Bay was released on May 26, 1912 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Beast at Bay?
The main cast of A Beast at Bay includes Mary Pickford, Edwin August, Alfred Paget, Robert Harron, Mae Marsh.