The Prospector
Originally released in 1912. The Prospector is a western film. directed by Arthur Mackley. At just 9 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Fred Church, Arthur Mackley, and Evelyn Selbie
Synopsis
On his way to file a claim, a lone prospector stops overnight with a settler and his family. The miner little suspects that his host plots to steal the gold. But the settler’s daughter overhears the plan and warns the visitor just in time. The couple escapes with the woman’s younger sister. In store-bought finery suggesting new wealth, they return to the scene of the attempted crime and make peace with the settler. “We’ll work the mine together,” promises the prospector.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 12, 1912
113 years ago
Runtime
0h 9m
9 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Prospector about?
On his way to file a claim, a lone prospector stops overnight with a settler and his family. The miner little suspects that his host plots to steal the gold. But the settler’s daughter overhears ...
Who directed The Prospector?
The Prospector was directed by Arthur Mackley.
How long is The Prospector?
The Prospector has a runtime of 0 hours and 9 minutes (9 minutes total).
When was The Prospector released?
The Prospector was released on December 12, 1912 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Prospector?
The main cast of The Prospector includes Fred Church, Arthur Mackley, Evelyn Selbie, Audrey Hanna.