
John Dough and the Cherub
“A fanciful trick picture adapted from the Opera. A Gingerbread Man.”
Synopsis
John Dough gives his assistance in the celebration of the Fourth. No end of trouble results from the invasion of his peaceful rest by the much-despised Miffkits. Then comes the cherub, who introduces Dough to his animal friends, incidentally secures supplies. He then visits the fairies' garden and later interviews the Princess Ozma, who makes a prophecy: "The throne of Lo-Hi shall vacant be until the coming by air or sea of an oven baked man and a Cherub wee." Accordingly John Dough drops into the Land of Oz and meets the Cherub.
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 19, 1910
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Otis Turner
- Screenplay & Story
- Otis Turner, L. Frank Baum
- Original Title
- John Dough and the Cherub
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- Selig Polyscope Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Otis Turner
Otis Turner, L. Frank Baum
Department Leadership Roster
Otis Turner
Director
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
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Frequently Asked Questions About John Dough and the Cherub
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is John Dough and the Cherub about?
John Dough gives his assistance in the celebration of the Fourth. No end of trouble results from the invasion of his peaceful rest by the much-despised Miffkits. Then comes the cherub, who introduces Dough to his animal friends, incidentally secures supplies. He then visits the fairies' garden and later interviews the Princess Ozma, who makes a prophecy: "The throne of Lo-Hi shall vacant be until the coming by air or sea of an oven baked man and a Cherub wee." Accordingly John Dough drops into the Land of Oz and meets the Cherub.
Who directed John Dough and the Cherub?
John Dough and the Cherub was directed by Otis Turner.
Who stars in John Dough and the Cherub?
The principal cast of John Dough and the Cherub includes Not specified.
When was John Dough and the Cherub released and how long is it?
John Dough and the Cherub was released in 1910 with a total runtime of 10m.
Is John Dough and the Cherub based on a book or true story?
John Dough and the Cherub is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "L. Frank Baum".
What is the age rating and content advisory for John Dough and the Cherub?
John Dough and the Cherub holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).

















