The Original Movie
Synopsis
A prehistoric writer sells his masterpiece to a film company, which is butchered horribly in the process of getting made into a stone-age movie. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2010.
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 8, 1922
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tony Sarg
- Screenplay & Story
- Tony Sarg, Herbert M. Dawley
- Original Title
- The Original Movie
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 8m
- Production Studios
- Herbert M. Dawley Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tony Sarg
Tony Sarg, Herbert M. Dawley
Herbert M. Dawley
Herbert M. Dawley
Department Leadership Roster
Tony Sarg
Director
Tony Sarg
Writer
Herbert M. Dawley
Writer
Herbert M. Dawley
Producer
Herbert M. Dawley
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Original Movie.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Original Movie
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Original Movie about?
A prehistoric writer sells his masterpiece to a film company, which is butchered horribly in the process of getting made into a stone-age movie. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2010.
Who directed The Original Movie?
The Original Movie was directed by Tony Sarg.
Who stars in The Original Movie?
The principal cast of The Original Movie includes Not specified.
When was The Original Movie released and how long is it?
The Original Movie was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 8m.