Prehistoric Peeps
Originally released in 1905. Prehistoric Peeps is a comedy/science fiction film. directed by Lewin Fitzhamon. At just 4 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Sebastian Smith, Hetty Potter, and Lottie Martin
Synopsis
A scientist dreams of prehistoric monsters. He awakes in a cavern. A dinosaur chases him, even though he tries to shoot it with his revolver. The chase continues onto the surface. The professor meets a group of prehistoric women, who flee when other monsters appear. The professor's wife finds him sleeping in the laboratory, surrounded by fossils, and wakes him with water from a siphon. This short film is only viewable at the BFI, and its generally believed to be the first film depiction of dinosaurs, here accomplished through the use of simple pantomime costumes.
Quick Facts
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hepworth Manufacturing Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prehistoric Peeps about?
A scientist dreams of prehistoric monsters. He awakes in a cavern. A dinosaur chases him, even though he tries to shoot it with his revolver. The chase continues onto the surface. The professor mee...
Who directed Prehistoric Peeps?
Prehistoric Peeps was directed by Lewin Fitzhamon.
How long is Prehistoric Peeps?
Prehistoric Peeps has a runtime of 0 hours and 4 minutes (4 minutes total).
When was Prehistoric Peeps released?
Prehistoric Peeps was released on August 2, 1905 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Prehistoric Peeps?
The main cast of Prehistoric Peeps includes Sebastian Smith, Hetty Potter, Lottie Martin, Rosina White, Harry Weekes.