Dr. Cooks Arrival
Dr. Cooks Arrival is a feature film. At just 6 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Frederick Albert Cook, Carl Theodor Dreyer, and King Christian X
Synopsis
On 4 September Frederick Albert Cook (1865-1940) arrived in Copenhagen on the ship ‘Hans Egede’. He received a hero’s welcome as the first man to set foot on the North Pole. He was greeted by the king, and given an honorary doctorate at the University of Copenhagen. Only a few days later, however, his endeavor was questioned, and in December the University rejected Cook’s documentation. Carl Th. Dreyer is seen as one of the journalists taking notes.
Quick Facts
Runtime
0h 6m
6 minutes total
Language
DA
Original language
Country
Denmark
Production
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DA
Production Companies
- Nordisk Films Kompagni
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Cooks Arrival about?
On 4 September Frederick Albert Cook (1865-1940) arrived in Copenhagen on the ship ‘Hans Egede’. He received a hero’s welcome as the first man to set foot on the North Pole. He was greeted by...
How long is Dr. Cooks Arrival?
Dr. Cooks Arrival has a runtime of 0 hours and 6 minutes (6 minutes total).
Who are the main actors in Dr. Cooks Arrival?
The main cast of Dr. Cooks Arrival includes Frederick Albert Cook, Carl Theodor Dreyer, King Christian X.