The Miser's Heart
"A FABLE OF GREED, PERIL & REGENERATION"
Originally released in 1911. The Miser's Heart is a drama film. directed by D.W. Griffith. At just 16 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Adolph Lestina, Ynez Seabury, and Kate Toncray
Synopsis
Thieves decide to steal the money an old miser has hidden away. He refuses to open the safe for them, so they threaten to kill a little girl who lives in his building.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 20, 1911
114 years ago
Runtime
0h 16m
16 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (12 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Adolph Lestina
as The Miser
Ynez Seabury
as Little Kathy
Kate Toncray
as Little Kathy's Mother
Edward Dillon
as Jules, an Impoverished Thief
Robert Harron
as Bakery Assistant
Wilfred Lucas
as First Crook
Charles Hill Mailes
as Second Crook
William J. Butler
as Policeman
Donald Crisp
as Policeman
Blanche Sweet
as Neighbor
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Mutoscope & Biograph
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Miser's Heart about?
Thieves decide to steal the money an old miser has hidden away. He refuses to open the safe for them, so they threaten to kill a little girl who lives in his building.
Who directed The Miser's Heart?
The Miser's Heart was directed by D.W. Griffith.
How long is The Miser's Heart?
The Miser's Heart has a runtime of 0 hours and 16 minutes (16 minutes total).
When was The Miser's Heart released?
The Miser's Heart was released on November 20, 1911 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Miser's Heart?
The main cast of The Miser's Heart includes Adolph Lestina, Ynez Seabury, Kate Toncray, Edward Dillon, Robert Harron.