Civilization
“An epic of humanity”
Synopsis
Count Ferdinand, a submarine commander and secret pacifist refuses to torpedo a defenseless passenger ship during wartime. His submarine is sunk in the following fracas. In the spirit world, Christ commends the captain, and returns to earth in the commander's body to promote His message of peace.
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Kate Bruce
A Mother
J. Frank Burke
Luther Rolf - The Peace Advocate
Claire Du Brey
George Fisher
The Christ
Charles K. French
The Prime Minister
Thomas H. Ince
Himself - in Prologue
Herschel Mayall
The King of Wredpryd
Lola May
Queen Engenie
Howard Hickman
Count Ferdinand
Enid Markey
Katheryn Haldemann
John Gilbert
Extra (uncredited)
Alice Terry
Extra (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 2, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Reginald Barker, Raymond B. West, Thomas H. Ince
- Screenplay & Story
- C. Gardner Sullivan
- Original Score
- Victor Schertzinger
- Original Title
- Civilization
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Thomas H. Ince Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Reginald Barker, Raymond B. West, Thomas H. Ince
C. Gardner Sullivan
Victor Schertzinger
Dal Clawson, Irvin Willat, Robert Newhard, Charles E. Kaufman, Joseph H. August, Otis M. Gove, Devereaux Jennings, Clyde De Vinna
Thomas H. Ince, Hal C. Kern, LeRoy Stone
Thomas H. Ince
Department Leadership Roster
Reginald Barker
Director
Raymond B. West
Director
Thomas H. Ince
Director
C. Gardner Sullivan
Writer
Thomas H. Ince
Producer
Dal Clawson
Director of Photography
Irvin Willat
Director of Photography
Robert Newhard
Director of Photography
Charles E. Kaufman
Director of Photography
Joseph H. August
Director of Photography
Otis M. Gove
Director of Photography
Devereaux Jennings
Director of Photography
Clyde De Vinna
Director of Photography
Victor Schertzinger
Original Music Composer
Thomas H. Ince
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Civilization
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What is Civilization about?
Count Ferdinand, a submarine commander and secret pacifist refuses to torpedo a defenseless passenger ship during wartime. His submarine is sunk in the following fracas. In the spirit world, Christ commends the captain, and returns to earth in the commander's body to promote His message of peace.
Who directed Civilization?
Civilization was directed by Reginald Barker, Raymond B. West, Thomas H. Ince.
Who stars in Civilization?
The principal cast of Civilization includes Kate Bruce, J. Frank Burke, Claire Du Brey, George Fisher, Charles K. French.
When was Civilization released and how long is it?
Civilization was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Civilization?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Civilization was composed by Victor Schertzinger.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Civilization?
Civilization holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).