The Trick that Failed
Originally released in 1909. The Trick that Failed is a feature film. directed by D.W. Griffith. At just 7 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mary Pickford and Arthur V. Johnson
Synopsis
Nellie is a struggling artist whose paintings lie unsold. Billy, a successful painter, loves her, but she tells him that she cannot marry until she sells her paintings. Billy recruits his friends to buy her paintings. At first she is excited by the sudden success, but when she learns the truth, Nellie leaves her sweetheart to accept the proposal of a rival painter.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 29, 1909
116 years ago
Runtime
0h 7m
7 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (0 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Mutoscope & Biograph
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Trick that Failed about?
Nellie is a struggling artist whose paintings lie unsold. Billy, a successful painter, loves her, but she tells him that she cannot marry until she sells her paintings. Billy recruits his friends t...
Who directed The Trick that Failed?
The Trick that Failed was directed by D.W. Griffith.
How long is The Trick that Failed?
The Trick that Failed has a runtime of 0 hours and 7 minutes (7 minutes total).
When was The Trick that Failed released?
The Trick that Failed was released on November 29, 1909 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Trick that Failed?
The main cast of The Trick that Failed includes Mary Pickford, Arthur V. Johnson.