Dick Whittington and His Cat
Synopsis
Dick, a young boy hears wondrous tales of London, where the streets are paved with gold. At night he dreams of the capital. The next day he leaves his country home to see his fortune in London. He fails to find work at first and is almost starving when a wealthy sea-merchant takes him in as a cook's help. The cook takes an instant dislike to him and tortures him mercilessly. His garret is full of rats and he often goes without food. One day, a man on the street takes him for a beer and gives him a coin, which he uses to buy a cat.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 16, 1913
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alice Guy-Blaché
- Screenplay & Story
- Alice Guy-Blaché
- Original Title
- Dick Whittington and His Cat
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 45m
- Production Studios
- Solax Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alice Guy-Blaché
Alice Guy-Blaché
Department Leadership Roster
Alice Guy-Blaché
Writer
Alice Guy-Blaché
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dick Whittington and His Cat
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What is Dick Whittington and His Cat about?
Dick, a young boy hears wondrous tales of London, where the streets are paved with gold. At night he dreams of the capital. The next day he leaves his country home to see his fortune in London. He fails to find work at first and is almost starving when a wealthy sea-merchant takes him in as a cook's help. The cook takes an instant dislike to him and tortures him mercilessly. His garret is full of rats and he often goes without food. One day, a man on the street takes him for a beer and gives him a coin, which he uses to buy a cat.
Who directed Dick Whittington and His Cat?
Dick Whittington and His Cat was directed by Alice Guy-Blaché.
Who stars in Dick Whittington and His Cat?
The principal cast of Dick Whittington and His Cat includes Vinnie Burns, Audrey Berry.
When was Dick Whittington and His Cat released and how long is it?
Dick Whittington and His Cat was released in 1913 with a total runtime of 45m.