The Man in the Barn
Originally released in 1937. The Man in the Barn is a history/mystery film. directed by Jacques Tourneur. At just 11 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Carey Wilson, Ernie Adams, and Erville Alderson
Synopsis
After John Wilkes Booth assassinated President Abraham Lincoln, he escaped to Maryland and was discovered hiding in a barn. After he refused to surrender, the barn was set afire and Booth died in the blaze. However, in 1903 a Mr. David E. George, while on his deathbed in Enid, Oklahoma, claimed to be John Wilkes Booth. This MGM An Historical Mystery series short presents evidence of the possibility that Mr. George's claim was true.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 20, 1937
88 years ago
Runtime
0h 11m
11 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Man in the Barn about?
After John Wilkes Booth assassinated President Abraham Lincoln, he escaped to Maryland and was discovered hiding in a barn. After he refused to surrender, the barn was set afire and Booth died in t...
Who directed The Man in the Barn?
The Man in the Barn was directed by Jacques Tourneur.
How long is The Man in the Barn?
The Man in the Barn has a runtime of 0 hours and 11 minutes (11 minutes total).
When was The Man in the Barn released?
The Man in the Barn was released on November 20, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Man in the Barn?
The main cast of The Man in the Barn includes Carey Wilson, Ernie Adams, Erville Alderson, Virginia Brissac, Philo McCullough.