The Merry Widow movie poster

The Merry Widow

September 17, 1907 0h 8m

Originally released in 1907. The Merry Widow is a comedy film. directed by Viggo Larsen. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Oda Alstrup and Viggo Larsen

Synopsis

In the impoverished Balkan principality of Pontevedrino, a love drama unfolds. The class divide prevents Count Danilo from marrying the peasant girl Hanna. With an aching heart, he moves to Paris, while she becomes engaged to a rich banker who dies soon afterwards, leaving her his large fortune. Baron Zeta of Pontevedrino now seeks to have Hanna marry a compatriot, hoping that her millions will save the principality from bankruptcy. Although the plan seems to succeed at first, fate has something else in store for Hanna. (stumfilm.dk)

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 17, 1907 118 years ago
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Runtime 0h 8m 8 minutes total
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Language DA Original language
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Country Denmark Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DA

Production Companies

  • Nordisk Film Denmark

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Merry Widow about?

In the impoverished Balkan principality of Pontevedrino, a love drama unfolds. The class divide prevents Count Danilo from marrying the peasant girl Hanna. With an aching heart, he moves to Paris, ...

Who directed The Merry Widow?

The Merry Widow was directed by Viggo Larsen.

How long is The Merry Widow?

The Merry Widow has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).

When was The Merry Widow released?

The Merry Widow was released on September 17, 1907 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Merry Widow?

The main cast of The Merry Widow includes Oda Alstrup, Viggo Larsen.