Uncle Tom's Cabin
Synopsis
Based on the novel by Harriet Beecher Stowe: Eliza, a slave who has a young child, pleads with Tom, another slave, to escape with her. Tom does not leave, but Eliza flees with her child. After getting some help to escape the slave traders who are looking for her, she then must try to cross the icy Ohio River if she wants to be free. Meanwhile, Tom is sold from one master to another, and his fortunes vary widely.
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 5, 1903
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edwin S. Porter
- Screenplay & Story
- Harriet Beecher Stowe
- Original Title
- Uncle Tom's Cabin
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 19m
- Production Studios
- Edison Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edwin S. Porter
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Department Leadership Roster
Edwin S. Porter
Director
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Public Domain
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Frequently Asked Questions About Uncle Tom's Cabin
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What is Uncle Tom's Cabin about?
Based on the novel by Harriet Beecher Stowe: Eliza, a slave who has a young child, pleads with Tom, another slave, to escape with her. Tom does not leave, but Eliza flees with her child. After getting some help to escape the slave traders who are looking for her, she then must try to cross the icy Ohio River if she wants to be free. Meanwhile, Tom is sold from one master to another, and his fortunes vary widely.
Who directed Uncle Tom's Cabin?
Uncle Tom's Cabin was directed by Edwin S. Porter.
Who stars in Uncle Tom's Cabin?
The principal cast of Uncle Tom's Cabin includes Not specified.
When was Uncle Tom's Cabin released and how long is it?
Uncle Tom's Cabin was released in 1903 with a total runtime of 19m.
Is Uncle Tom's Cabin based on a book or true story?
Uncle Tom's Cabin is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Harriet Beecher Stowe".