Edison Studios Movie Trailers
Most Popular Edison Studios Trailers
Total trailers found: 571
The Truth About Helen Trailer (1915)
12 November 1915
Helen Moore (Grace Williams) runs off with the nephew of Senator Foote, but when their car breaks down, they go to a hotel.
The Haunted Bedroom Trailer (1913)
20 December 1913
Lizette loves Jean but a 10,000 franc dowry insisted upon by Jean's father is keeping them apart. Paul, Lizette's "black sheep" brother, begs that she gives him her saved money so he can increase it for her - at the gaming table!! He does win but there are a few who are determined he shall not reach home with his money.
Searching Ruins on Broadway, Galveston, for Dead Bodies Trailer (1900)
23 September 1900
This shows the heart of one of the tremendous drifts in the east end of Galveston. Hundreds of dead bodies are concealed in these immense masses, and at the time the picture was taken the odor given out could be detected for miles.
The Burglar on the Roof Trailer (1898)
01 December 1898
There is a burglar on the rooftop of a Manhattan office building, and he is trying to break in. Two women spot him, and one of them begins beating him with a broom as they wait for help to arrive.
Astor Battery on Parade Trailer (1899)
20 January 1899
The Astor Battery became famous after the Spanish-American war and these young men are on display in this Edison short, which was shot on Saturday, January 21, 1899.
Mr. Edison at Work in His Chemical Laboratory Trailer (1897)
31 May 1897
“This film is remarkable in several respects. In the first place, it is full life-size. Secondly, it is the only accurate recent portrait of the great inventor.
The Congress of Nations Trailer (1900)
21 November 1900
A magician steps upon the stage carrying a hoop covered with white paper. Then in quick succession the flags of Germany, Russia, Ireland, England and China are brought forth, and from each a soldier is produced corresponding with the flag of each nation.
Panorama of East Galveston Trailer (1900)
16 September 1900
It's what it says on the label: a panoramic shot of East Galveston, right after the Storm of the Century came through, ripping up trees and destroying house like they were made of cards.
Chris and His Wonderful Lamp Trailer (1917)
14 July 1917
A young man buys an Aladdin’s lamp at an auction and employs the genie to help him see his love.
The Clown and the Alchemist Trailer (1900)
21 November 1900
Although we are led to believe that the ancient alchemists were all powerful, this picture somewhat reverses the order of things.
Children Bathing Trailer (1901)
16 December 1901
A pretty and natural picture in which the principal actors are two tiny tots who are evidently not a bit afraid of the briny deep as they splash around in the waves in very evident delight and enjoyment.
At Bear Track Gulch Trailer (1913)
14 January 1913
This western, with its simple story set in a gold mining camp, recycles many of the elements found in David Belasco's influential play, THE GIRL OF THE GOLDEN WEST, produced a decade earlier.
The Awakening of Ruth Trailer (1917)
17 September 1917
Ruth Hoagland grows up on the Florida Keys with no companion other than her father, a half-witted fisherman who spends most of his time hunting for buried treasure.
Panorama of Wreckage of Water Front Trailer (1900)
21 September 1900
This picture shows the remains of one of the docks, several freight cars being piled one upon the other, while the most interesting part of the picture shows two schooners literally smashed one into the other, forming a most picturesque mass of wreckage.
Hansel and Gretel Trailer (1909)
14 October 1909
One of the first, of not the first, film adaptation of Grimm's fairytale.
"Shamrock" and "Erin" Sailing Trailer (1899)
27 September 1899
The Shamrock is seen after its defeat in the 1899 America's Cup, along with the Erin, which served as its tow boat across the Atlantic.
Pardners Trailer (1917)
29 January 1917
Justus Morrow, a young Englishman of family and some wealth, went to Alaska to make his fortune ...
Hooligan Assists the Magician Trailer (1900)
01 November 1900
This is a new adventure in which our friend, Mr. Hooligan, appears in an entirely new capacity. On a stage a professor of magic is performing some wonderful experiments, and when he requests some assistance Happy Hooligan immediately volunteers his services and climbs upon the platform.
A Christmas Accident Trailer (1912)
14 December 1912
Well-to-do Mr. and Mrs. Gilton live next door to a large family, the Biltons, that struggles to make ends meet.
The Magic Skin Trailer (1915)
13 October 1915
Ralph Valentine, a penniless pianist, goes to Paris to pursue his career. He is attracted to two women: Pauline, the sweet and innocent daughter of his landlady, and Flora Margot, a woman of loose morals who runs with a wild crowd.
Hadj Cheriff Trailer (1894)
05 October 1894
Hadji Cheriff, a performer known for a variety of unusual abilities, demonstrates part of his act in the Thomas Edison studio.
A Romance of the Rails Trailer (1912)
05 November 1912
For years, William West has been living in a little house owned by the railroad. He has never paid rent.
The Cossack Whip Trailer (1916)
13 November 1916
Feodor Turov, chief of the Russian Czar's secret police, orders his Cossacks to attack a village he believes to be infested with rebels.
Jeffries Throwing the Medicine Ball Trailer (1901)
14 December 1901
James J. Jeffries throwing the medicine ball. An absolutely perfect picture of the champion heavyweight of the world.
'Columbia' Winning the Cup Trailer (1899)
20 May 1899
This picture shows the Columbia crossing the line, leading the Shamrock by about 1/2 mile. The Shamrock is plainly seen in the distance and she later comes up and crosses the line in the same picture.
Raising Old Glory Over Morro Castle Trailer (1899)
20 March 1899
"Down goes the Spanish flag, and up floats the Stars and Stripes. Down falls the symbol of tyranny and oppression that has ruled in the new world for four hundred years, and up goes the Banner of Freedom.
Leonard-Cushing Fight Trailer (1894)
14 June 1894
In the background, five fans lean on the ropes looking into the ring. The referee is to the left; like the fans, he hardly moves as two fighters swing roundhouse blows at each other.
The Boxing Cats Trailer (1894)
16 July 1894
"A glove contest between trained cats. A very comical and amusing subject, and is sure to create a great laugh.
Panoramic View of Tremont Hotel, Galveston Trailer (1900)
21 September 1900
This picture shows several buildings which were wrecked and also shows a rear view of this hotel, which is on the highest point of land in Galveston, and in which several thousand people were saved.
Vanity Fair Trailer (1915)
05 October 1915
In early 19th century England, ambitious and ruthless orphan Rebecca Sharp advances from the position of governess to the heights of British society.
The Magician Trailer (1900)
21 February 1900
The scene opens on a theatrical stage. The magician enters from the wings, and making a bow to the audience, removes his coat and hat and they disappear mysteriously in the air.
A Suffragette in Spite of Himself Trailer (1912)
30 October 1912
A gentleman who's opposed to and mocks women's suffrage goes for a walk and unknowingly becomes an advertisement for it.
Newark Athlete Trailer (1891)
01 May 1891
Experimental film fragment made with the Edison-Dickson-Heise experimental horizontal-feed kinetograph camera and viewer, using 3/4-inch wide film.
Shooting the Chutes Trailer (1896)
15 June 1896
The camera shows a water ride at Bergen Beach at Coney Island. A raised track filled with water forms a chute, and a small boat full of park visitors slides down the chute.
The Mystic Swing Trailer (1900)
01 January 1900
The professor shows his power to Mephisto by mysteriously placing a young lady in a swing. Mephisto then shows his power by making the young lady disappear from the swing, to the surprise of the professor.
The Pickaninny Dance from the “Passing Show” Trailer (1894)
16 May 1894
“A scene representing Southern plantation life before the war. A jig and a breakdown by three colored boys.
Band Drill Trailer (1894)
28 November 1894
A scene from Charles Hoyt's 'A Milk White Flag': A brass band marches out, led by bandmaster Steele Ayers.
What Demoralized the Barber Shop Trailer (1898)
20 December 1898
Several men in a basement barbershop become excited by women walking past the window. The ankles and knees of the passersby are visible to the men below, causing pandemonium among the barbershop customers.
The Burning Stable Trailer (1896)
31 October 1896
A burning wagon is dragged from the barn by the firemen, and four horses are rescued from the flames by the stablemen.
Laura Comstock's Bag-Punching Dog Trailer (1901)
27 April 1901
This wonderful dog "Mannie," owned by the vaudeville star, Miss Laura Comstock, is a most learned animal.
Scene from the Elevator Ascending Eiffel Tower Trailer (1900)
21 August 1900
“A marvelously clear picture taken from the top of the elevator of the Eiffel Tower during going up and coming down of the car.
Making a Convert Trailer (1914)
15 September 1914
A short public service film warning people in New Jersey to stay out of the way of oncoming streetcars.
A Street Arab Trailer (1898)
20 May 1898
A preadolescent boy, dressed like a street urchin, performs acrobatic stunts for the camera.
Turkish Dance, Ella Lola Trailer (1898)
30 September 1898
In this movie, dancer Ella Lola performs a Turkish variation of a "Danse Du Ventre", the oriental belly dance.
The Crime of Carelessness Trailer (1912)
30 December 1912
Edison short about a happy couple about to be married, but the guy's carelessness at their workplace leads to tragedy.
Interrupted Lovers Trailer (1896)
01 January 1896
“The watchful father disturbs a dream of bliss, and the bucolic lover is taught a lesson. He made a great hit.
The Gordon Sisters Boxing Trailer (1901)
27 April 1901
The champion lady boxers of the world. Shows two female pugilists who are really clever. They engage in a hot one-round sparring bout.
The Portrait in the Attic Trailer (1915)
01 January 1915
Viola Dana stars as the child of a widower who marries again, much to her dismay. Despite all attempr
New Brooklyn to New York via Brooklyn Bridge, No. 2 Trailer (1899)
20 May 1899
“This is a new negative showing the entire trip from Brooklyn to New York, in which the immense towers stand out clear and distinct against the sky.
Admiral Dewey Landing at Gibraltar Trailer (1899)
20 October 1899
George Dewey was an admiral in the U.S. Navy who is best remembered for his victory at Manila Bay during the Spanish-American War, which he won without the death of a single person in the battle.
A Christmas Carol Trailer (1910)
23 December 1910
Miser Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what opportunities he wasted in his youth, his current cruelties, and the dire fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways.
Frankenstein Trailer (1910)
18 March 1910
Frankenstein, a young medical student, trying to create the perfect human being, instead creates a misshapen monster.
Luis Martinetti, Contortionist Trailer (1894)
01 January 1894
Luis Martinetti, a contortionist suspended from acrobatic flying rings, contorts himself for about thirty seconds.
The Wonders of Magnetism Trailer (1915)
20 January 1915
A series of demonstrations that illustrate some of the scientific principles involved in magnetism.
The Working of a Miracle Trailer (1915)
18 June 1915
Roy Conover has just returned to his village home from college.
