Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost
Synopsis
Filmed in 35mm and in black and white, this short silent film was produced by the English film pioneer R. W. Paul, and directed by Walter R. Booth and was filmed at Paul's Animatograph Works. It was released in November 1901. As was common in cinema's early days, the filmmakers chose to adapt an already well-known story, in this case A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, in the belief that the audience's familiarity with the story would result in the need for fewer intertitles. It was presented in 'Twelve Tableaux' or scenes.
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Scrooge, or Marley's Ghost (1901) | BFI National ArchiveOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2009-11-03
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 17, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 28, 2003
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Walter R. Booth
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Dickens, J.C. Buckstone
- Original Title
- Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 6m
- Production Studios
- Paul's Animatograph Works
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Walter R. Booth
Charles Dickens, J.C. Buckstone
Robert W. Paul
Department Leadership Roster
Walter R. Booth
Director
Robert W. Paul
Producer
J.C. Buckstone
Writer
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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What is Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost about?
Filmed in 35mm and in black and white, this short silent film was produced by the English film pioneer R. W. Paul, and directed by Walter R. Booth and was filmed at Paul's Animatograph Works. It was released in November 1901. As was common in cinema's early days, the filmmakers chose to adapt an already well-known story, in this case A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, in the belief that the audience's familiarity with the story would result in the need for fewer intertitles. It was presented in 'Twelve Tableaux' or scenes.
Who directed Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost?
Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost was directed by Walter R. Booth.
Who stars in Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost?
The principal cast of Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost includes Daniel Smith.
When was Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost released and how long is it?
Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost was released in 1901 with a total runtime of 6m.
Is Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost based on a book or true story?
Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Charles Dickens".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost?
Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).