Tom Sawyer
Originally released in 1917. Tom Sawyer is a comedy/adventure film. directed by William Desmond Taylor. At just 62 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jack Pickford, George Hackathorne, and Alice Marvin
Synopsis
Silent version of the Twain tale, filmed in Pleasanton, California. A Missouri boy (Jack Pickford) encounters his first love (Clara Horton) and bucks responsibilities to find adventure with his friend, Huck Finn (Robert Gordon).
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 10, 1917
108 years ago
Runtime
1h 2m
62 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jack Pickford
as Tom Sawyer
George Hackathorne
as Sid Sawyer
Alice Marvin
as Mary Sawyer
Edythe Chapman
as Aunt Polly
Robert Gordon
as Huckleberry Finn
Antrim Short
as Joe Harper
Clara Horton
as Becky Thatcher
Helen Gilmore
as Widow Douglas
Carl Goetz
as Alfred Temple
Olive Thomas
as Choir Member (Uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Oliver Morosco Photoplay Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tom Sawyer about?
Silent version of the Twain tale, filmed in Pleasanton, California. A Missouri boy (Jack Pickford) encounters his first love (Clara Horton) and bucks responsibilities to find adventure with his fri...
Who directed Tom Sawyer?
Tom Sawyer was directed by William Desmond Taylor.
How long is Tom Sawyer?
Tom Sawyer has a runtime of 1 hours and 2 minutes (62 minutes total).
When was Tom Sawyer released?
Tom Sawyer was released on December 10, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tom Sawyer?
The main cast of Tom Sawyer includes Jack Pickford, George Hackathorne, Alice Marvin, Edythe Chapman, Robert Gordon.