Rip Van Winkle
Originally released in 1914. Rip Van Winkle is a drama/fantasy film. directed by Edwin Middleton. At just 59 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Thomas Jefferson, Harry Blakemore, and Daisy Jefferson
Synopsis
Rip Van Winkle, a lazy American man, wanders off one day with his dog Wolf into the Kaatskill mountains where he runs into an odd group of men drinking and playing bowls. He drinks some of their mysterious brew and passes out. When he wakes up under a tree he is astonished to find that 20 years have passed and things are a lot different. This is a charming story about how America changed due to the cival war, only in a different and more subtle way than ever told before.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 8, 1914
111 years ago
Runtime
0h 59m
59 minutes total
User Rating
4.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Rolfe Photoplays
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rip Van Winkle about?
Rip Van Winkle, a lazy American man, wanders off one day with his dog Wolf into the Kaatskill mountains where he runs into an odd group of men drinking and playing bowls. He drinks some of their my...
Who directed Rip Van Winkle?
Rip Van Winkle was directed by Edwin Middleton.
How long is Rip Van Winkle?
Rip Van Winkle has a runtime of 0 hours and 59 minutes (59 minutes total).
When was Rip Van Winkle released?
Rip Van Winkle was released on November 8, 1914 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Rip Van Winkle?
The main cast of Rip Van Winkle includes Thomas Jefferson, Harry Blakemore, Daisy Jefferson, Wallace Scott, William Cavanaugh.