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IMDbNR19151h 20mUnited States of America

Vanity Fair

Synopsis

In early 19th century England, ambitious and ruthless orphan Rebecca Sharp advances from the position of governess to the heights of British society.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

October 5, 1915

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Charles Brabin, Eugene Nowland
Screenplay & Story
William Makepeace Thackeray, Charles Sumner Williams
Original Title
Vanity Fair
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
1h 20m
Production Studios
Edison Studios

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Charles Brabin, Eugene Nowland

Screenplay & Story

William Makepeace Thackeray, Charles Sumner Williams

Director of Photography

Otto Brautigan

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:William Makepeace Thackeray

Department Leadership Roster

Charles Brabin

Charles Brabin

Director

Eugene Nowland

Director

Otto Brautigan

Director of Photography

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 Vanity Fair.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vanity Fair

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

What is Vanity Fair about?

In early 19th century England, ambitious and ruthless orphan Rebecca Sharp advances from the position of governess to the heights of British society.

Who directed Vanity Fair?

Vanity Fair was directed by Charles Brabin, Eugene Nowland.

Who stars in Vanity Fair?

The principal cast of Vanity Fair includes Minnie Maddern Fiske, Shirley Mason, Yale Benner, Helen Fulton, William Wadsworth.

When was Vanity Fair released and how long is it?

Vanity Fair was released in 1915 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.

Is Vanity Fair based on a book or true story?

Vanity Fair is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "William Makepeace Thackeray".

What is the age rating and content advisory for Vanity Fair?

Vanity Fair holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).