A Tale of Two Cities
Originally released in 1911. A Tale of Two Cities is a drama/history film. directed by William Humphrey. At just 45 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Maurice Costello, Florence Turner, and John Bunny
Synopsis
An early film version of the Charles Dickens classic about the French Revolution and its subsequent Reign of Terror.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 20, 1911
115 years ago
Runtime
0h 45m
45 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Maurice Costello
as Sydney Carton
Florence Turner
as Lucie Manette
John Bunny
as Jailer
Norma Talmadge
as (Mimi) Woman on the way to guillotine
William Humphrey
as The Duke D'Evremon
Florence Foley
as The Woodcutter's Child
Kenneth Casey
as Duke's Son in Early Scenes
Ralph Ince
James Morrison
as Peasant brother
Julia Swayne Gordon
as Miss Pross
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Vitagraph Company of America
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Tale of Two Cities about?
An early film version of the Charles Dickens classic about the French Revolution and its subsequent Reign of Terror.
Who directed A Tale of Two Cities?
A Tale of Two Cities was directed by William Humphrey.
How long is A Tale of Two Cities?
A Tale of Two Cities has a runtime of 0 hours and 45 minutes (45 minutes total).
When was A Tale of Two Cities released?
A Tale of Two Cities was released on February 20, 1911 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Tale of Two Cities?
The main cast of A Tale of Two Cities includes Maurice Costello, Florence Turner, John Bunny, Norma Talmadge, William Humphrey.