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The Birth of a Nation (1915)
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Two families, abolitionist Northerners the Stonemans and Southern landowners the Camerons, intertwine. When Confederate colonel Ben Cameron is captured in battle, nurse Elsie Stoneman petitions for his pardon. In Reconstruction-era South Carolina, Cameron founds the Ku Klux Klan, battling Elsie's congressman father and his African-American protégé, Silas Lynch.
Cast
Lillian Gishas Stoneman's Daughter Elsie
Henry B. Walthallas Col. Ben Cameron
Miriam Cooperas Margaret Cameron
Mae Marshas Flora Cameron
Mary Aldenas Stoneman's Housekeeper Lydia
Ralph Lewisas Leader of the House Hon. Austin Stoneman
George Siegmannas Lieut. Governor Silas Lynch
Walter Longas Gus
Joseph Henaberyas Abraham Lincoln
Wallace Reidas Jeff, the Blacksmith
Elmer Cliftonas Stoneman's Elder Son Phil
Josephine Crowellas Mrs. Cameron
Spottiswoode Aitkenas Dr. Cameron
George Berangeras Wade Cameron
Facts
| Release date | March 8, 1915 |
| Runtime | 195 min (3h 15m) — about the same as the 1915 average of 195 min |
| Genres | Drama, History, War |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $100,000 |
| Box office | $100,000,000 (1,000.0× budget) |
| IMDb | tt0004972 |
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How long is The Birth of a Nation?
The Birth of a Nation runs 195 minutes (3h 15m), which is long for a drama — plan for it.
Is The Birth of a Nation worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.9/10 across 616 votes, which places it #1 of 1 films released in 1915 in this index (top 100%) and #3544 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Birth of a Nation?
The Birth of a Nation was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in The Birth of a Nation?
Lillian Gish as Stoneman's Daughter Elsie; Henry B. Walthall as Col. Ben Cameron; Miriam Cooper as Margaret Cameron; Mae Marsh as Flora Cameron; Mary Alden as Stoneman's Housekeeper Lydia; Ralph Lewis as Leader of the House Hon. Austin Stoneman.
What is The Birth of a Nation rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Birth of a Nation?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/146478.