The Fall of a Nation
“Thomas Dixon's Mighty Message of Warning”
Synopsis
A sequel to DW Griffith's The Birth of a Nation, by the same author, and now lost. It is considered the first film sequel ever made and recounts a fictional invasion of America by a united army from Europe.
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Top Cast
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Lorraine Huling
Virginia Holland
Percy Standing
Charles Waldron
Arthur Shirley
John Vassar
Flora MacDonald
Angela Benda
Phil Gastrock
Tomasso Benda (as Philip Gastrock)
Clarence Geldart
Gen. Arnold (as C.H. Geldart)
Mildred Bracken
Beulah Burns
Ernest Butterworth
Leila Frost
Mae Giraci
Edna Mae Wilson
A.E. Witting
Paul Willis
Billy
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 6, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas F. Dixon Jr.
- Screenplay & Story
- Thomas F. Dixon Jr.
- Original Title
- The Fall of a Nation
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- National Drama Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas F. Dixon Jr.
Thomas F. Dixon Jr.
John W. Boyle, William C. Thompson, C.H. Wales
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas F. Dixon Jr.
Director
Thomas F. Dixon Jr.
Writer
John W. Boyle
Director of Photography
William C. Thompson
Director of Photography
C.H. Wales
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fall of a Nation
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Fall of a Nation about?
A sequel to DW Griffith's The Birth of a Nation, by the same author, and now lost. It is considered the first film sequel ever made and recounts a fictional invasion of America by a united army from Europe.
Who directed The Fall of a Nation?
The Fall of a Nation was directed by Thomas F. Dixon Jr..
Who stars in The Fall of a Nation?
The principal cast of The Fall of a Nation includes Lorraine Huling, Percy Standing, Arthur Shirley, Flora MacDonald, Phil Gastrock.
When was The Fall of a Nation released and how long is it?
The Fall of a Nation was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.