Dick Whittington and His Cat (1913)
Dick, a young boy hears wondrous tales of London, where the streets are paced with gold. At night he dreams of the capital. The next day he leaves his country home to see his fortune in London. He fails to find work at first and is almost starving when a wealthy sea-merchant takes him in as a cook's help. The cook takes an instant dislike to him and tortures him mercilessly. His garret is full of rats and he often goes without food. One day, a man on the street takes him for a beer and gives him a coin, which he uses to buy a cat.
Director: Alice Guy-Blaché
Genre: Adventure
Runtime: 45 min
Release Date: April 16, 1913
Cast
- Vinnie Burns - Dick
- Audrey Berry - The Child
Screenplay
Production: Solax Film Company
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Alice Guy-Blaché
More Films in Genre: Adventure
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Dick Whittington and His Cat about?
- Dick, a young boy hears wondrous tales of London, where the streets are paced with gold. At night he dreams of the capital. The next day he leaves his country home to see his fortune in London. He fails to find work at first and is almost starving when a wealthy sea-merchant takes him in as a cook's help. The cook takes an instant dislike to him and tortures him mercilessly. His garret is full of rats and he often goes without food. One day, a man on the street takes him for a beer and gives him a coin, which he uses to buy a cat.
- Who directed Dick Whittington and His Cat?
- Dick Whittington and His Cat was directed by Alice Guy-Blaché.
- Who stars in Dick Whittington and His Cat?
- Dick Whittington and His Cat stars Vinnie Burns, Audrey Berry.
- How long is Dick Whittington and His Cat?
- Dick Whittington and His Cat has a runtime of 45m (45 minutes).
- What genre is Dick Whittington and His Cat?
- Dick Whittington and His Cat is a Adventure film.
- Where was Dick Whittington and His Cat produced?
- Dick Whittington and His Cat was produced in United States of America.