California's Golden Beginning
Synopsis
A description and enactment of the discovery of gold by James Marshall, and the role played by John Sutter. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1948
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Salven
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Roberts
- Original Title
- California's Golden Beginning
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 16m
- Production Studios
- Academy Film Project, Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Salven
Jack Roberts
Frank Brock
Grant Leenhouts
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Salven
Director
Frank Brock
Editor
Grant Leenhouts
Producer
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.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for California's Golden Beginning.
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Frequently Asked Questions About California's Golden Beginning
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is California's Golden Beginning about?
A description and enactment of the discovery of gold by James Marshall, and the role played by John Sutter. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive.
Who directed California's Golden Beginning?
California's Golden Beginning was directed by Edward Salven.
Who stars in California's Golden Beginning?
The principal cast of California's Golden Beginning includes John Eldredge, Louis Jean Heydt, Harold Vermilyea, Lane Chandler, Will Wright.
When was California's Golden Beginning released and how long is it?
California's Golden Beginning was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 16m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for California's Golden Beginning?
California's Golden Beginning holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).