The Black Viper
Originally released in 1908. The Black Viper is a drama/crime film. directed by D.W. Griffith. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Edward Dillon, George Gebhardt, and Mack Sennett
Synopsis
A thug accosts a girl as she leaves her workplace but a man rescues her. The thug vows revenge and, with the help of two friends, attacks the girl and her rescuer again as they're going for a walk. This time they succeed in kidnapping the rescuer. The girl runs home and gets help from several neighbors. They track the ruffians down to a cabin in the mountains where the gang has trapped their victim and set the cabin on fire.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 21, 1908
117 years ago
Runtime
0h 10m
10 minutes total
User Rating
4.1/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Mutoscope & Biograph
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Black Viper about?
A thug accosts a girl as she leaves her workplace but a man rescues her. The thug vows revenge and, with the help of two friends, attacks the girl and her rescuer again as they're going for a walk....
Who directed The Black Viper?
The Black Viper was directed by D.W. Griffith.
How long is The Black Viper?
The Black Viper has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).
When was The Black Viper released?
The Black Viper was released on July 21, 1908 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Black Viper?
The main cast of The Black Viper includes Edward Dillon, George Gebhardt, Mack Sennett, D.W. Griffith, Anthony O'Sullivan.