The Movies March On
Synopsis
A "March of Time" presentation of the evolution of movies compiled primarily from film clips of silent movies through the early sound pictures to the present (1939) date. Industry executives such as Jack and Harry Warner, Walt Disney, Cecil B. DeMille, et al are seen taking bows in the live (non-archive) footage.
Top Cast
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Renée Adorée
Self (archive footage)
Gilbert M. Anderson
Self - from 'The Great Train Robbery' (archive footage)
Theda Bara
Self - From 'A Fool There Was' (archive footage)
Jackson Beck
Narrator
Lionel Barrymore
Self (segment The New York Hat) (archive footage)
Cecil B. DeMille
Self (archive footage)
George Schaefer
Self (archive footage)
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 3, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Brown
- Original Title
- The Movies March On
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 22m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Brown
Louis De Rochemont
Department Leadership Roster
Louis De Rochemont
Producer
Alan Brown
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Movies March On.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Movies March On
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What is The Movies March On about?
A "March of Time" presentation of the evolution of movies compiled primarily from film clips of silent movies through the early sound pictures to the present (1939) date. Industry executives such as Jack and Harry Warner, Walt Disney, Cecil B. DeMille, et al are seen taking bows in the live (non-archive) footage.
Who directed The Movies March On?
The Movies March On was directed by Alan Brown.
Who stars in The Movies March On?
The principal cast of The Movies March On includes Renée Adorée, Gilbert M. Anderson, Theda Bara, Jackson Beck, Lionel Barrymore.
When was The Movies March On released and how long is it?
The Movies March On was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 22m.