The Little Minister
“Books and plays come and go, but "The Little Minister" has gone on for twenty years. As a book, beloved in a million homes. As a play, never to be forgotten by the millions who saw it.”
Synopsis
In 1840 Scotland, a young lass named Babbie revels in the country life and frolics with the locals, simple weavers whose livelihood is threatened by increasing industrialization. When Lord Rintoul attempts to rout the rebellious weavers, Babbie always manages to send word in time to prevent their being taken by surprise. Gavin, new minister to the town, falls in love with Babbie, and his relationship with the young gypsy almost costs him his position. But what Gavin and his parishioners do not know is that Babbie is actually Lady Babbie, ward of Lord Rintoul.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 25, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Penrhyn Stanlaws
- Screenplay & Story
- Edfrid A. Bingham, J.M. Barrie
- Original Title
- The Little Minister
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Penrhyn Stanlaws
Edfrid A. Bingham, J.M. Barrie
Paul P. Perry
Department Leadership Roster
Penrhyn Stanlaws
Director
Edfrid A. Bingham
Writer
Paul P. Perry
Director of Photography
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 Little Minister
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What is The Little Minister about?
In 1840 Scotland, a young lass named Babbie revels in the country life and frolics with the locals, simple weavers whose livelihood is threatened by increasing industrialization. When Lord Rintoul attempts to rout the rebellious weavers, Babbie always manages to send word in time to prevent their being taken by surprise. Gavin, new minister to the town, falls in love with Babbie, and his relationship with the young gypsy almost costs him his position. But what Gavin and his parishioners do not know is that Babbie is actually Lady Babbie, ward of Lord Rintoul.
Who directed The Little Minister?
The Little Minister was directed by Penrhyn Stanlaws.
Who stars in The Little Minister?
The principal cast of The Little Minister includes Betty Compson, George Hackathorne, Edwin Stevens, Nigel Barrie, Will Walling.
When was The Little Minister released and how long is it?
The Little Minister was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Little Minister?
The Little Minister holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).