The Bishop's Candlesticks (1929)
Very early sound version of a one-act play based on the "Bishop" sequence in Victor Hugo's "Les Miserables". The first filming of any portion of "Les Miserables" with sound.
Director: George Abbott
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 22 min
Release Date: March 29, 1929
Cast
- Walter Huston - The Convict
- Charles S. Abbe - The Bishop
- Josephine Hull - Persome
Screenplay
- Norman McKinnel
- Victor Hugo (Novel)
Production: Paramount Pictures
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: George Abbott
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Bishop's Candlesticks about?
- Very early sound version of a one-act play based on the "Bishop" sequence in Victor Hugo's "Les Miserables". The first filming of any portion of "Les Miserables" with sound.
- Who directed The Bishop's Candlesticks?
- The Bishop's Candlesticks was directed by George Abbott.
- Who stars in The Bishop's Candlesticks?
- The Bishop's Candlesticks stars Walter Huston, Charles S. Abbe, Josephine Hull.
- How long is The Bishop's Candlesticks?
- The Bishop's Candlesticks has a runtime of 22m (22 minutes).
- What genre is The Bishop's Candlesticks?
- The Bishop's Candlesticks is a Drama film.