The Picture Idol
Originally released in 1912. The Picture Idol is a comedy film. directed by James Young. At just 14 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Maurice Costello, Clara Kimball Young, and Mary Maurice
Synopsis
A short comedy about a girl (played by Clara Kimball Young) who is in love with a movie star (Maurice Costello) and who follows him everywhere. Her parents want to teach her a lesson, and invite the actor to their home.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 31, 1912
113 years ago
Runtime
0h 14m
14 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Vitagraph Company of America
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Picture Idol about?
A short comedy about a girl (played by Clara Kimball Young) who is in love with a movie star (Maurice Costello) and who follows him everywhere. Her parents want to teach her a lesson, and inv...
Who directed The Picture Idol?
The Picture Idol was directed by James Young.
How long is The Picture Idol?
The Picture Idol has a runtime of 0 hours and 14 minutes (14 minutes total).
When was The Picture Idol released?
The Picture Idol was released on May 31, 1912 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Picture Idol?
The main cast of The Picture Idol includes Maurice Costello, Clara Kimball Young, Mary Maurice, Charles Eldridge, James Morrison.