Edison Studios Movie Trailers
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Annie Oakley Trailer (1894)
01 November 1894
A short Edison Black Maria studio film featuring famed sharpshooter Annie Oakley, known as “Little Sure Shot.
A Modern Cinderella Trailer (1911)
07 November 1911
This 20th-century retelling of the classic fairy tale keeps all the familiar elements — a selfish step-sister, a put-upon beauty, a Prince Charming, and, of course, a lost slipper — but shifts the action to a contemporary boarding house.
A Proposal Under Difficulties Trailer (1912)
21 December 1912
Bob and Dick both secretly love Dorothy but are too timid to propose. Bob rehearses his proposal to Dorothy, accidentally proposing to the maid, who accepts.
Pillow Fight Trailer (1897)
23 May 1897
“A comic subject, clear, bright and characteristic. Shows four girls in their night dresses, engaged in an animated pillow fight.
U.S. Battleship 'Indiana' Trailer (1898)
20 March 1898
Taken at the Dry Tortugas, and shows the most powerful fighting machine in the world today as she lies at anchor taking on coal.
Fatima's Coochee-Coochee Dance Trailer (1896)
03 May 1896
The dancer Fatima, well-known for her dancing shows at the World's Exhibition in 1893, performs for the camera.
Fire Rescue Scene Trailer (1894)
01 December 1894
"Firemen in working uniform, rubber coats, helmets, and boots. Thrilling rescue from burning building.
Lasso Thrower Trailer (1894)
06 October 1894
Champion Lasso Thrower Vicente Oropeza (aka. Vincente Ore Passo/Bisento Orapeso/Vincenti Orapazza) shows his skills.
Feeding Sea Gulls Trailer (1898)
20 March 1898
Seagulls flock around a moving ferryboat in San Francisco Bay in this 2-shot short film.
The Little Girl Who Did Not Believe in Santa Claus Trailer (1907)
21 December 1907
A generous boy tries to help a girl who does not believe in Santa Claus because of her family's poverty.
Ella Lola, a la Trilby Trailer (1898)
01 January 1898
A young, dark-haired woman performs a dance inspired by George du Maurier's character Trilby, in an early modern dance style reminiscent of Isadora Duncan.
'Columbia' and 'Shamrock II': Turning the Outer Stake Boat Trailer (1901)
27 October 1901
Here the yachts are both sailing under a twenty-knot breeze, and the effect is most beautiful as they turn the stake, the Shamrock leading by one-eight of a mile.
Trained Cavalry Horses Trailer (1898)
20 June 1898
This short film from the Edison Manufacturing Company shows, as the title pretty much sums up, some trained cavalry horses.
Cock Fight, No. 2 Trailer (1894)
15 January 1894
Two gamecocks are fighting inside a wire cage, while two spectators look on in the background. The two men agree to make a bet on the outcome.
Japanese Acrobats Trailer (1904)
09 April 1904
A Japanese juggler performs some marvelous juggling feats with a boy. Lying on his back on the floors
Transport 'Whitney' Leaving Dock Trailer (1898)
20 May 1898
This boat was the first one to leave for the South with troops. On board is a battalion of the 5th U.
Laughing Gas Trailer (1907)
14 December 1907
A woman goes to the dentist for a toothache and is given gas. On her way home on the subway she can't stop laughing, and every other passenger catches the laughter from her.
Carmencita Trailer (1894)
14 March 1894
The first woman to appear in front of an Edison motion picture camera and possibly the first woman to appear in a motion picture within the United States.
The Lone Game Trailer (1915)
11 February 1915
A brother, a sister, and a friend all battle against the deadly disease of tuberculosis.
The Voice of the Millions Trailer (1912)
22 June 1912
A girl champions the cause of the strikers at a mill.
Buffalo Dance Trailer (1894)
23 September 1894
Long before Hollywood started painting white men red and dressing them as 'Injuns' Edison's company was using the genuine article! Featuring for what is believed to be the Native Americans first appearance before a motion picture camera 'Buffalo Dance' features genuine members of the Sioux Tribe dressed in full war paint and costume! The dancers are believed to be veteran members of Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show.
Eagle Dance, Pueblo Indians Trailer (1898)
12 February 1898
Filmed in 1898 by Edison cameramen, this actuality records Pueblo dancers performing the traditional Eagle Dance.
Bird's-Eye View of San Francisco, Cal., from a Balloon Trailer (1902)
22 January 1902
Taken while ascending some 2,000 yards into the clouds, and represents a most diversified view of the city of San Francisco, the Golden Gate, Pacific Ocean, and surrounding country for miles.
Circular Panorama of Electric Tower Trailer (1901)
31 August 1901
A most interesting picture at the Pan-American Exposition. The picture was taken from the north side of the Electric Tower.
Return of Lifeboat Trailer (1897)
01 October 1897
Along the seashore near San Francisco, a boat belonging to the Pacific Coast Life Saving Service can just be seen as it returns to shore.
Scenes in an Infant Orphan Asylum Trailer (1904)
17 July 1904
The subject of this documentary is an orphan asylum for infants. The beginning portion includes the dining facilities for the children.
Waiting at the Church Trailer (1906)
21 July 1906
1906 comedy film by Edwin S. Porter, based on a popular song of the same title.
A Trip to Mars Trailer (1910)
18 February 1910
A certain professor of chemistry discovers two substances that, combined, make it possible to contravene the laws of gravity, a discovery that will have unexpected consequences for him.
Landing Wharf at Canton Trailer (1898)
01 June 1898
It's a traveling shot from behind the railings. As the camera moves slowly along the harbor, we have a fine view of the rail.
Cuban Refugees Waiting for Rations Trailer (1898)
20 April 1898
A group of escaped reconcentrados, saved from the fate of starvation imposed by the Butcher, Weyler.
Love and War Trailer (1899)
27 November 1899
A soldier is promoted for bravery, marries a Red Cross girl, and goes home to his parents.
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland Trailer (1910)
09 September 1910
Made by the Edison Manufacturing Company and directed by Edwin S. Porter, the film starred Gladys Hulette as Alice.
Little Mischief Trailer (1898)
31 August 1898
Papa is reading his newspaper and his little girl tickles his neck with a long straw. Thinking it is�
The Cock Fight Trailer (1894)
01 January 1894
Two gamecocks fight in the Edison Company film studio. This feature was remade later in the same year, with additional detail added.
Through Turbulent Waters Trailer (1915)
25 June 1915
The west is the stamping ground for Paul Temple and his thespian associates. He is talking with his sweetheart, Jane Dinsmore, as Alice Robinson, Jane's intimate friend, enters with a letter from an erstwhile associate, advising her to go to New York and accept a place in the chorus.
Over the Back Fence Trailer (1913)
03 February 1913
Harry Beaumont and Bessie Learn are in love, but their respective uncle and aunt, back fence neighbors, feud bitterly with each other and insist the youngsters have nothing to do with each other.
A Bar Room Scene Trailer (1894)
01 May 1894
"Showing the wind-up of a political discussion. Dramatis personae: A Democrat, a Republican, a Bar Maid, and a Policeman.
Filipinos Retreat from Trenches Trailer (1899)
20 June 1899
Reenactment of action in the Spanish-American War.
Building a Harbor at San Pedro Trailer (1901)
21 December 1901
This picture was secured from a launch furnished by Mr. Eager, President of the California Construction Co.
Cuban Volunteers Embarking Trailer (1898)
20 June 1898
We see a dozen or so Cubans walking a plank onto a ship.
The Bells Trailer (1913)
31 January 1913
At the express wish of her father, Lucy Martin marries Leo Noakes, a stingy man and one twice her age.
Panoramic View of Charleston Exposition (South Carolina) Trailer (1902)
17 April 1902
The camera was placed in almost the center of the compound area by the exhibit buildings, and the cameraman began to photograph and pan his camera simultaneously.
Children of Eve Trailer (1915)
10 November 1915
An illegitimate child of the slums comes to faith. Later, she chooses to labor in a canning factory in order to investigate its poor conditions, not realizing she has a significant connection to the cold-hearted factory owner.
Morro Castle, Havana Harbor Trailer (1898)
20 May 1898
A most excellent picture of the grim old fortress which stands at the entrance of Havana Harbor...
Panoramic View, Oahu Railroad, Haleiwa, Hawaiian Islands Trailer (1907)
01 February 1907
A view of Haleiwa via the Oahu railroad.
The Life of an American Cowboy Trailer (1906)
02 June 1906
The Life of an American Cowboy is a Western short film.
The Old Monk's Tale Trailer (1913)
15 February 1913
A monk tells a tale about a woman who can only surrender her heart to a man who can offer her jewels.
Three American Beauties Trailer (1906)
31 May 1906
In this color-tinted short, we first see a close-up of a red rose, perfectly formed. Then, we see the rose held by a young woman who is wearing a bright yellow dress.
The Adventure of the Hasty Elopement Trailer (1914)
21 September 1914
An amateur detective's automobile is stolen by a young woman who is determined to elope, leading to a complicated chase involving several vehicles.
Princeton and Yale Football Game Trailer (1903)
01 November 1903
First is shown a fine panoramic view of the grandstand at the Yale field, showing the enormous gathering of football enthusiasts who have come from far and near to witness the giants struggle for the collegiate championship.
Elopement on Horseback Trailer (1898)
26 November 1898
As a woman waits outside of a window, a man rides up on horseback, and she jumps on behind him. As the two of them ride off to elope, one of the man's friends stays behind, in case anyone comes after the couple.
One Touch of Nature Trailer (1914)
08 August 1914
An irritable man meets a boy in the woods, and gets a change of attitude.
An Unsullied Shield Trailer (1913)
07 January 1913
While their degenerate descendant sleeps, ancestral portraits come alive and admonish him.
U.S. Battleship 'Oregon' Trailer (1898)
20 September 1898
This picture of the pride of the United States Navy was made on the occasion of the Peace Jubilee in New York City.
Tossing Eggs Trailer (1902)
14 April 1902
A stationary camera looks slightly uphill at a crowd of children and adults, most wearing a hat, a cap, or a ribbon, as they engage in tossing eggs or, for most of them, watching the fun.
Panorama of Eiffel Tower Trailer (1900)
01 January 1900
“Showing the entire height of this wonderful structure from the base of the dome and return, with the great Paris Exposition in the background, looking down Champs de Mars.