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Trilby

September 19, 1915 0h 59m 5.6/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 1915. Trilby is a drama film. directed by Maurice Tourneur. At just 59 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Wilton Lackaye, Clara Kimball Young, and Paul McAllister

Synopsis

The hypnotic Svengali controls the singing voice of a young starlet, but he cannot control her heart. This 1915 Maurice Tourneur film is a version of the famous du Maurier novel. It was later done in a more famous 1931 film named Svengali with John Barrymore. The later film obviously changed the title due to the huge presence of its star.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 19, 1915 110 years ago
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Runtime 0h 59m 59 minutes total
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User Rating 5.6/10 Mixed (5 votes)
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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

  • Equitable Motion Pictures Corporation

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Trilby about?

The hypnotic Svengali controls the singing voice of a young starlet, but he cannot control her heart. This 1915 Maurice Tourneur film is a version of the famous du Maurier novel. It was later done ...

Who directed Trilby?

Trilby was directed by Maurice Tourneur.

How long is Trilby?

Trilby has a runtime of 0 hours and 59 minutes (59 minutes total).

When was Trilby released?

Trilby was released on September 19, 1915 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Trilby?

The main cast of Trilby includes Wilton Lackaye, Clara Kimball Young, Paul McAllister, Chester Barnett, D.J. Flanagan.