The Lonedale Operator
Originally released in 1911. The Lonedale Operator is a thriller/drama film. directed by D.W. Griffith. At just 17 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Blanche Sweet, George Nichols, and Francis J. Grandon
Synopsis
A young woman takes over her sick father's role as telegraph operator at a railway station, and has to deal with a team intent on train robbery.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 23, 1911
114 years ago
Runtime
0h 17m
17 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (53 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Blanche Sweet
as Daughter of the Lonedale Operator
George Nichols
as The Lonedale Operator
Francis J. Grandon
as The Engineer
Wilfred Lucas
as The Fireman
Edward Dillon
as The Telegrapher
Edna Foster
as Messenger on Bicycle
Verner Clarges
as In Payroll Office
Joseph Graybill
as A Tramp
Guy Hedlund
as On Train
Dell Henderson
as A Tramp
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Mutoscope & Biograph
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Lonedale Operator about?
A young woman takes over her sick father's role as telegraph operator at a railway station, and has to deal with a team intent on train robbery.
Who directed The Lonedale Operator?
The Lonedale Operator was directed by D.W. Griffith.
How long is The Lonedale Operator?
The Lonedale Operator has a runtime of 0 hours and 17 minutes (17 minutes total).
When was The Lonedale Operator released?
The Lonedale Operator was released on March 23, 1911 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Lonedale Operator?
The main cast of The Lonedale Operator includes Blanche Sweet, George Nichols, Francis J. Grandon, Wilfred Lucas, Edward Dillon.