Major Frans
Originally released in 1916. Major Frans is a comedy/drama film. directed by Maurits Binger. At just 54 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Annie Bos, Frederick Vogeding, and Lily Bouwmeester
Synopsis
When his granddaughter is born, debt-ridden Colonel von Zwenken misses out on Aunt Roselaar's allowance of 20,000 guilders. Anxious to keep the money, his son-in-law telegraphs the aunt that a son was born, Frans, and the girl is brought up as a boy. Based on the novel by Anna L.G. Bosboom-Toussaint.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 25, 1916
109 years ago
Runtime
0h 54m
54 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
NL
Original language
Country
Netherlands
Production
Director
Top Cast
Annie Bos
as Francis Mordaunt alias Majoor Frans
Frederick Vogeding
as Leopold van Zonshoven
Lily Bouwmeester
as Jonge Francis / Young Francis
Willem van der Veer
as Rudolf von Zwenken
Louis Chrispijn Sr.
as Von Zwenken
Willem Hunsche
as Kapitein Rolf
Paula de Waart
as Kindermeisje / Nanny
Christine van Meeteren
as Koetsiers' weduwe / Coachman's widow
Maria Bouwmeester-Clermont
as Tante Roselaar / Aunt Roselaar
Minny Erfmann
as Circusmeisje
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- NL
Production Companies
- Filmfabriek-Hollandia
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Major Frans about?
When his granddaughter is born, debt-ridden Colonel von Zwenken misses out on Aunt Roselaar's allowance of 20,000 guilders. Anxious to keep the money, his son-in-law telegraphs the aunt that a son ...
Who directed Major Frans?
Major Frans was directed by Maurits Binger.
How long is Major Frans?
Major Frans has a runtime of 0 hours and 54 minutes (54 minutes total).
When was Major Frans released?
Major Frans was released on August 25, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Major Frans?
The main cast of Major Frans includes Annie Bos, Frederick Vogeding, Lily Bouwmeester, Willem van der Veer, Louis Chrispijn Sr..