Madame Butterfly
Synopsis
The story of a Japanese woman and the tragedy that ensues when she loves an American naval officer.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 7, 1915
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sidney Olcott
- Screenplay & Story
- John Luther Long
- Original Title
- Madame Butterfly
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- Famous Players Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney Olcott
John Luther Long
Hal Young
Department Leadership Roster
Sidney Olcott
Director
Hal Young
Director of Photography
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Public Domain
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Frequently Asked Questions About Madame Butterfly
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Madame Butterfly about?
The story of a Japanese woman and the tragedy that ensues when she loves an American naval officer.
Who directed Madame Butterfly?
Madame Butterfly was directed by Sidney Olcott.
Who stars in Madame Butterfly?
The principal cast of Madame Butterfly includes Mary Pickford, Marshall Neilan, Olive West, Jane Hall, Lawrence Wood.
When was Madame Butterfly released and how long is it?
Madame Butterfly was released in 1915 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.
Is Madame Butterfly based on a book or true story?
Madame Butterfly is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "John Luther Long".