
Trilby and Little Billee
Synopsis
Trilby lounges on a table with her shoes off, smoking, laughing, enjoying a piece of cake, and kissing her friend in a scene from the popular eponymous novel and stage play. Now lost, it is considered the first book-to-film adaptation.
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September 14, 1896
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- —
- Screenplay & Story
- George du Maurier
- Original Title
- Trilby and Little Billee
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1m
- Production Studios
- American Mutoscope and Biograph Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George du Maurier
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What is Trilby and Little Billee about?
Trilby lounges on a table with her shoes off, smoking, laughing, enjoying a piece of cake, and kissing her friend in a scene from the popular eponymous novel and stage play. Now lost, it is considered the first book-to-film adaptation.
Who directed Trilby and Little Billee?
Trilby and Little Billee was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Trilby and Little Billee?
The principal cast of Trilby and Little Billee includes Virginia Harned, Alfred Hickman.
When was Trilby and Little Billee released and how long is it?
Trilby and Little Billee was released in 1896 with a total runtime of 1m.
Is Trilby and Little Billee based on a book or true story?
Trilby and Little Billee is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "George du Maurier".




















