Stairway to Light movie poster

Stairway to Light

"John Nesbitt's Passing Parade"

November 3, 1945 0h 10m 7.0/10 (9 votes)

Originally released in 1945. Stairway to Light is a drama/history film. directed by Sammy Lee. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring John Nesbitt, Dewey Robinson, and Gene Roth

Synopsis

This John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short tells the story of 18th Century French physician Dr. Philippe Pinel, who initiated enlightened, humane treatment of the mentally ill.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 3, 1945 80 years ago
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Runtime 0h 10m 10 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Great (9 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stairway to Light about?

This John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short tells the story of 18th Century French physician Dr. Philippe Pinel, who initiated enlightened, humane treatment of the mentally ill.

Who directed Stairway to Light?

Stairway to Light was directed by Sammy Lee.

How long is Stairway to Light?

Stairway to Light has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).

When was Stairway to Light released?

Stairway to Light was released on November 3, 1945 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Stairway to Light?

The main cast of Stairway to Light includes John Nesbitt, Dewey Robinson, Gene Roth, Harry Wilson, Wolfgang Zilzer.