The Little Prospector movie poster

The Little Prospector

July 2, 1915

Originally released in 1915. The Little Prospector is a western film. directed by Gilbert M. Anderson.

Starring Gilbert M. Anderson, Marguerite Clayton, and Lee Willard

Synopsis

Broncho Billy has exhausted every foot of ground which might have held gold for them and he makes ready to strike new territory. Their little boy gets his hands on some nitro-glycerin. He has dreams of discovering some gold where his father could find none. He "plants" the explosive but it doesn't go off. Then his sister resets it and it explodes in her face. She is knocked unconscious. The girl proves not to have been seriously injured. Out on the ground, by the newly blasted hole, lies the little son, sobbing because he has hurt his sister.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 2, 1915 110 years ago
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Little Prospector about?

Broncho Billy has exhausted every foot of ground which might have held gold for them and he makes ready to strike new territory. Their little boy gets his hands on some nitro-glycerin. He has dream...

Who directed The Little Prospector?

The Little Prospector was directed by Gilbert M. Anderson.

When was The Little Prospector released?

The Little Prospector was released on July 2, 1915 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Little Prospector?

The main cast of The Little Prospector includes Gilbert M. Anderson, Marguerite Clayton, Lee Willard, Ella McKenzie, Ida Mae McKenzie.