Edison Studios Movie Trailers
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Glenroy Brothers (Comic Boxing) Trailer (1894)
05 October 1894
The Glenroy Brothers perform a portion of their vaudeville act, "The Comic View of Boxing: The Tramp & the Athlete", which depicts a boxer with a classic style trying to contend with an opponent who uses a very unorthodox approach.
Glenroy Bros., No. 2 Trailer (1894)
01 January 1894
The Glenroy Brothers perform a portion of their vaudeville act, "The Comic View of Boxing: The Tramp & the Athlete".
The Adventure of the Wrong Santa Claus Trailer (1914)
19 December 1914
When a burglar dressed as Santa Claus steals a family's Christmas presents, amateur detective Octavius sets out to recover the loot.
The Butler and the Maid Trailer (1912)
26 April 1912
Jennie, a coquettish housemaid, flirts with the grocer's delivery boy and thereby incites the jealousy of her sweetheart, Frank, the butler.
The Active Life of Dolly of the Dailies #5: The Chinese Fan Trailer (1914)
31 January 1914
An early Thomas Edison short. A young woman is kidnapped while attending a play in Chinatown. A reporter attends another play in Chinatown, is likewise kidnapped and rescues the young woman.
Feeding the Doves Trailer (1896)
23 October 1896
A woman and a young girl each carry containers of bird feed, and they toss occasional handfuls to the chickens and doves in the farmyard.
The Charge of the Light Brigade Trailer (1912)
11 December 1912
Silent film drama of the famous incident..
The Ransom of Red Chief Trailer (1911)
15 February 1911
After reading a newspaper article regarding old Tightwad's rise in the world, Bill and Jim hit upon a plan to get some of Tightwad's easy money by holding young Tightwad for ransom.
Faust and Marguerite Trailer (1900)
21 May 1900
Marguerite is seated in front of the fireplace, Faust standing by her side. Mephistopheles enters and offers his sword to Faust, commanding him to behead the fair Marguerite.
Kanakas Diving for Money (Honolulu), No. 2 Trailer (1898)
22 June 1898
Despite the title, the most one can glean from this very short short is a bunch of guys having fun in a harbor.
The Martyred Presidents Trailer (1901)
19 October 1901
This film is difficult to classify. It opens on a scene showing a mourner with bowed head sitting in front of what appears to be a tombstone.
The Heart of the Hills Trailer (1916)
30 October 1916
Natali, a Hindu, marries an Englishman, Sir Christopher Madgwick. They have a daughter who is kidnapped by Natali's former suitor Sani.
A Frontier Scene Trailer (1895)
01 June 1895
A western short depicting the execution of a horse thief by a group of enraged cowboys. This film is considered to be lost.
The Innocence of Ruth Trailer (1916)
26 January 1916
The young Ruth Travers, left an orphan after the death of her father financially ruined by Mortimer Reynolds, is welcomed at home by Jimmy Carter, a young millionaire who becomes her guardian.
Billy Edwards and the Unknown Trailer (1895)
30 January 1895
Former lightweight boxer Billy Edwards, now a trainer and writer of the sport, takes on a challenger named Warwick in an exhibition match.
Kidnapped Trailer (1917)
07 May 1917
In Scotland in 1751, young David Balfour is shanghaied aboard a ship where he meets Jacobite rebel Alan Breck Stewart with whom he escapes to the Scottish Highlands, dodging the redcoats.
Native Daughters Trailer (1898)
20 March 1898
The film opens showing the native daughters mounted on horses.
Treloar and Miss Marshall, Prize Winners at the Physical Culture Show in Madison Square Garden Trailer (1904)
16 January 1904
Opens with a woman posing on a pedestal, dressed in a white body leotard with a sash tied at her hips.
Mounted Police Charge Trailer (1896)
02 November 1896
"A battalion of New York's famous mounted police at inspection. They approach at break-neck gallop."g
The Lighthouse by the Sea Trailer (1911)
15 September 1911
The old lighthouse keeper lives peacefully with his two daughters, who are both engaged to fisherman.
His Mother's Thanksgiving Trailer (1910)
22 November 1910
This holiday-themed melodrama released by Edison Studios in 1910 concerns Robert, a young man who leaves his mother’s home in New England to forge a career in the big city.
The Kiss Trailer (1900)
09 March 1900
"Nothing new, but an old thing done over again and done well. Some one has attempted to describe a kiss as "something made of nothing," but this is not one of that kind, but one of those old fashioned "home made" kind that sets the whole audience into merriment and motion, and has always proven a popular subject.
John Manley's Awakening Trailer (1913)
01 January 1913
John Manley one day learns to his great sorrow that Caroline Hastings, whom he was going to ask to be his wife, is already betrothed to another.
Cy Whittaker's Ward Trailer (1917)
22 October 1917
Returning to the village of Bayport after twenty-two years, retired sea captain Cyrus Whittaker finds the community under the power of political boss Herman Atkins.
Move On Trailer (1903)
11 October 1903
In certain sections of New York City large numbers of Jewish and Italian push-cart vendors congregate so closely along the sidewalks that they interfere with traffic.
Why Mrs. Jones Got a Divorce Trailer (1900)
01 January 1900
This scene opens by showing a pretty cook mixing bread in the kitchen. Jones comes in unexpectedly from a trip and carries a dress suitcase.
The Police Force of New York City Trailer (1910)
20 December 1910
New York City police catch thieves and stop runaway horses.
Faust Trailer (1909)
24 December 1909
Faust, an aged philosopher and magician who has grown weary of life and has sought in vain for the secret of eternal youth, decides, after a night's long vigil, to call forth from the realms of darkness the evil one to aid him.
Mess Call Trailer (1896)
01 January 1896
Members of the New York state militia enjoy some relaxing time during a meal break.
On Dangerous Paths Trailer (1915)
23 July 1915
Viola Dana plays Eleanor, a minister's daughter who comes to New York to visit her older sister, a successful businesswoman.
Mount Taw R.R., No. 3 Trailer (1898)
20 May 1898
This picture was taken on the line of the Mt. Tamalpais Scene R.R., and whereas the previous views were taken ascending, this is a descending view, the camera being placed on the front end of the train which follows another train consisting of two passengers coaches and an engine.
Maude's Naughty Little Brother Trailer (1900)
21 May 1900
In a charming dining room a very attractive young lady is seen seated at the table, evidently waiting for the caller who is to share a quiet little dinner for two.
Cartoons in the Hotel Trailer (1915)
29 June 1915
An hotel bellboy, a telephone operator, a travelling salesman and a thief are absorbed by "The Grouch Chaser", a book containing animated cartoon.
Mount Tamalpais R.R., No. 2 Trailer (1898)
20 March 1898
Taken on the line of the Mt. Tamalpais scenic railroad, Marin county, California, from a flat car following the engine.
Cartoons on a Yacht Trailer (1915)
10 November 1915
Mr. Danbury, a theatrical manager, is visited by Ellis Harcourt, who seeks a position with one of Danbury's companies.
Fun in Camp Trailer (1899)
20 May 1899
“Showing a group of soldiers and Red Cross nurses being amused by a number of small children who are riding upon the backs of trick bears.
Cupid and Psyche Trailer (1897)
30 September 1897
“By the Leanders. The dress of one consists of a pair of wings and a bow and arrow; the other represents a fairy.
James Grundy, Buck and Wing Trailer (1895)
24 January 1895
A short of Mr. Grundy dancing. He's a Black man in a jockey outfit and there's someone in a horse costume dancing next to him.
Mount Tamalpais R.R., No. 1 Trailer (1898)
01 March 1898
This film shows the summit portion of the Mill Valley and Mount Tamalpais Scenic Railway, the Tamalpais Tavern resort, and part of the adjacent east peak of Mount Tamalpais.
It May Be You Trailer (1915)
07 July 1915
Jack goes from business to business, trying to sell ad space in his newspaper. At each stop he catches the boss in a compromising position with a secretary.
Crissie Sheridan Trailer (1897)
24 October 1897
A woman in a white gown performs a skirt dance, using her arms to produce circles and other patterns within the folds of her costume.
What Happened to Mary Trailer (1912)
25 July 1912
The forerunner of all serials, What Happened to Mary was a series of twelve monthly one reel episodes, each a complete entity in itself, revolving its immediate dramatic and melodramatic problems within the framework of a single episode and designed more for story and suspense situations than action.
Lick Observatory, Mt. Hamilton, Cal. Trailer (1897)
20 October 1897
From F.Z. Maguire catalogue: The background of this picture is the Lick Observatory, Mount Hamilton, Cal.
Black Diamond Express Trailer (1896)
01 December 1896
This picture was taken at one of the curves on the Lehigh Valley Railroad, along the beautiful Susquehanna River.
Palace of Electricity Trailer (1900)
01 January 1900
A panoramic shot, making a full circle, at the 1900 Paris Exposition. It begins and ends looking at the front of the Palace of Electricity.
Husking Bee Trailer (1897)
24 May 1897
Shows a party of young people in front of a barn door, searching for the red ear, which is discovered, and the penalty exacted from one of the group who resists payment of the forfeit, thereby creating confusion and merriment.
Watermelon Contest Trailer (1896)
01 January 1896
Two men have a contest to see which one can be the first to eat a large slice of watermelon.
Cartoons in the Country Trailer (1915)
20 October 1915
Donald and Eleanor are in love, so that Jim realizes it is up to him to pick a peach for himself. There is only one room left at their country boarding house and Jim wants to make sure that no one but the proper peach rents it.
The Land Beyond the Sunset Trailer (1912)
28 October 1912
A poor young boy goes on a field trip and dreams of escaping to a land beyond the sunset.
The Passer-by Trailer (1912)
21 June 1912
A random passer-by is invited to a bachelor party of rich men where he tells a tale of loss to those present.
Men Boxing Trailer (1891)
30 April 1891
Experimental film fragment made with the Edison-Dickson-Heise experimental horizontal-feed kinetograph camera and viewer, using 3/4-inch wide film.
Champs de Mars Trailer (1900)
21 August 1900
Shows all the prominent buildings on this thoroughfare, ending with a close view of the base of the Eiffel Tower, with the Trocadero Palace in the background.
The High Cost of Living Trailer (1912)
04 June 1912
Forbidden from marrying the man she loves by her wealthy businessman father because he is too poor Mildred Lord determines to find a solution.
Sandow: The Strong Man Trailer (1894)
18 May 1894
Eugen Sandow, who claims to be the strongest man in the world, appears in the Edison Company's film studio.
The Twelfth Juror Trailer (1913)
19 April 1913
A play based on a famous English case of a man being executed wrongfully on circumstantial evidence.