David Copperfield
Synopsis
Thanhouser Company three-reel silent film based on Charles Dickens’s story of an English lad's tribulation-filled journey to adulthood, Thanhouser released the three films over the course of three weeks beginning on October 17, 1911, one 1,000 foot reel per week.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Flora Foster
David Copperfield as a Boy
Marie Eline
Em'ly as a Child
Anna Seer
Davids Mother
Ed Genung
David Copperfield as a Man
Florence La Badie
Em'ly as a Woman
Frank Hall Crane
Alphonse Ethier
Maude Fealy
Mignon Anderson
Dora Spenlow
William Garwood
Harry Benham
Viola Alberti
Aunt Betsey Trotwood
Justus D. Barnes
Ham Peggotty (in part one)
William Russell
Ham Peggotty (in part two)
James Cruze
Steerforth
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 17, 1911
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Theodore Marston
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Dickens
- Original Title
- David Copperfield
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 40m
- Production Studios
- Thanhouser Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Theodore Marston
Charles Dickens
Department Leadership Roster
Theodore Marston
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About David Copperfield
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is David Copperfield about?
Thanhouser Company three-reel silent film based on Charles Dickens’s story of an English lad's tribulation-filled journey to adulthood, Thanhouser released the three films over the course of three weeks beginning on October 17, 1911, one 1,000 foot reel per week.
Who directed David Copperfield?
David Copperfield was directed by Theodore Marston.
Who stars in David Copperfield?
The principal cast of David Copperfield includes Flora Foster, Marie Eline, Anna Seer, Ed Genung, Florence La Badie.
When was David Copperfield released and how long is it?
David Copperfield was released in 1911 with a total runtime of 40m.
Is David Copperfield based on a book or true story?
David Copperfield is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Charles Dickens".