The Count of Monte Cristo is a 1913 silent film adventure directed by Joseph A. Golden and Edwin S. Porter, based on the adapted play of Alexandre Dumas' 1844 novel of the same name by Charles Fechter, adapted on screen by Hampton Del Ruth. It starred James O'Neill, a stage actor and father of playwright Eugene O'Neill. James O'Neill had been playing Edmond Dantès most of his adult life and was famous in the role. Daniel Frohman and Adolph Zukor produced together. Edwin S. Porter co-directed with Joseph Golden, though this was probably necessary as Porter also served as the film's cinematographer. The film was released on November 1, 1913.
The Count of Monte Cristo (1913)
Directed by Edwin S. Porter / Joseph A. Golden
Genres - Drama, History, Silent Film |
Sub-Genres - Silent Feature, Silent Film |
Release Date - Nov 1, 1913 |
Run Time - 69 min. |
Countries - United States of America |
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Based On: based on The Count of Monte Cristo, The Count of Monte Cristo
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Alternate Titles
El conde de Monte Cristo
VE
Hrabia Monte Christo
PL
Monte Cristo grófja
HU
The Count of Monte Cristo
GB, US