The Lonedale Operator
Synopsis
A young woman takes over her sick father's role as telegraph operator at a railway station, and has to deal with a team intent on train robbery.
Top Cast
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Blanche Sweet
Daughter of the Lonedale Operator
George Nichols
The Lonedale Operator
Francis J. Grandon
The Engineer
Wilfred Lucas
The Fireman
Edward Dillon
The Telegrapher
Edna Foster
Messenger on Bicycle
Verner Clarges
In Payroll Office
Joseph Graybill
A Tramp
Guy Hedlund
On Train
Dell Henderson
A Tramp
W. Chrystie Miller
In Station Lobby
W.C. Robinson
In Payroll Office
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 23, 1911
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- D.W. Griffith
- Screenplay & Story
- Mack Sennett
- Original Title
- The Lonedale Operator
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, No Language
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- Biograph Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
D.W. Griffith
Mack Sennett
Billy Bitzer
D.W. Griffith
Department Leadership Roster
Mack Sennett
Writer
D.W. Griffith
Producer
D.W. Griffith
Director
Billy Bitzer
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Public Domain
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D. W. Griffith
David Wark Griffith (January 22, 1875 – July 23, 1948)[1] was an American director, writer, and producer who pioneered modern filmmaking techniques.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lonedale Operator
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Lonedale Operator about?
A young woman takes over her sick father's role as telegraph operator at a railway station, and has to deal with a team intent on train robbery.
Who directed The Lonedale Operator?
The Lonedale Operator was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in The Lonedale Operator?
The principal cast of The Lonedale Operator includes Blanche Sweet, George Nichols, Francis J. Grandon, Wilfred Lucas, Edward Dillon.
When was The Lonedale Operator released and how long is it?
The Lonedale Operator was released in 1911 with a total runtime of 17m.