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5.1 / 10(11 votes)IMDbNR191113mUnited States of America

The Last Drop of Water

Synopsis

A wagon train heading west across the great desert runs out of water, and is attacked by Indians. One man -- their last hope -- is sent out to find water.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

July 26, 1911

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
D.W. Griffith
Screenplay & Story
Stanner E.V. Taylor, Bret Harte
Original Title
The Last Drop of Water
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
13m
Production Studios
Biograph Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

D.W. Griffith

Screenplay & Story

Stanner E.V. Taylor, Bret Harte

Director of Photography

Billy Bitzer

Department Leadership Roster

D.W. Griffith

D.W. Griffith

Director

Billy Bitzer

Billy Bitzer

Director of Photography

Stanner E.V. Taylor

Stanner E.V. Taylor

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Last Drop of Water.

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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 Last Drop of Water

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Last Drop of Water about?

A wagon train heading west across the great desert runs out of water, and is attacked by Indians. One man -- their last hope -- is sent out to find water.

Who directed The Last Drop of Water?

The Last Drop of Water was directed by D.W. Griffith.

Who stars in The Last Drop of Water?

The principal cast of The Last Drop of Water includes Blanche Sweet, Charles West, Joseph Graybill, Francis J. Grandon, Alfred Paget.

When was The Last Drop of Water released and how long is it?

The Last Drop of Water was released in 1911 with a total runtime of 13m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Last Drop of Water?

The Last Drop of Water holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).