The Prospector
Synopsis
On his way to file a claim, a lone prospector stops overnight with a settler and his family. The miner little suspects that his host plots to steal the gold. But the settler’s daughter overhears the plan and warns the visitor just in time. The couple escapes with the woman’s younger sister. In store-bought finery suggesting new wealth, they return to the scene of the attempted crime and make peace with the settler. “We’ll work the mine together,” promises the prospector.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 12, 1912
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur Mackley
- Screenplay & Story
- Arthur Mackley
- Original Title
- The Prospector
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur Mackley
Arthur Mackley
Department Leadership Roster
Arthur Mackley
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Prospector
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What is The Prospector about?
On his way to file a claim, a lone prospector stops overnight with a settler and his family. The miner little suspects that his host plots to steal the gold. But the settler’s daughter overhears the plan and warns the visitor just in time. The couple escapes with the woman’s younger sister. In store-bought finery suggesting new wealth, they return to the scene of the attempted crime and make peace with the settler. “We’ll work the mine together,” promises the prospector.
Who directed The Prospector?
The Prospector was directed by Arthur Mackley.
Who stars in The Prospector?
The principal cast of The Prospector includes Fred Church, Arthur Mackley, Evelyn Selbie, Audrey Hanna.
When was The Prospector released and how long is it?
The Prospector was released in 1912 with a total runtime of 9m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Prospector?
The Prospector holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).