Gertie the Dinosaur
"The greatest animal act in the world!!!"
Originally released in 1914. Gertie the Dinosaur is a animation/comedy film. directed by Winsor McCay. At just 12 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Winsor McCay, George McManus, and Roy L. McCardell
Synopsis
Although not the first feature-length animated film, as is sometimes thought, it was the first cartoon to feature a character with an appealing personality. The appearance of a true character distinguished it from earlier animated "trick films", such as those of Blackton and Cohl, and makes it the predecessor to later popular cartoons such as those by Walt Disney. The film was also the first to be created using keyframe animation.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 8, 1914
112 years ago
Runtime
0h 12m
12 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (147 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Vitagraph Company of America
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gertie the Dinosaur about?
Although not the first feature-length animated film, as is sometimes thought, it was the first cartoon to feature a character with an appealing personality. The appearance of a true character disti...
Who directed Gertie the Dinosaur?
Gertie the Dinosaur was directed by Winsor McCay.
How long is Gertie the Dinosaur?
Gertie the Dinosaur has a runtime of 0 hours and 12 minutes (12 minutes total).
When was Gertie the Dinosaur released?
Gertie the Dinosaur was released on February 8, 1914 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Gertie the Dinosaur?
The main cast of Gertie the Dinosaur includes Winsor McCay, George McManus, Roy L. McCardell, Thomas A. 'Tad' Dorgan, Tom Powers.
Is Gertie the Dinosaur worth watching?
Gertie the Dinosaur has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 147 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.