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A Calamitous Elopement (1908): cast, story & where to watch

1908 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 1908, A Calamitous Elopement is a notable film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 12 minutes.

What it’s about. A young couple are enjoying a romantic interlude in the young woman's home, when her father discovers them and angrily chases the young man out of the house. They thus decide to elope, and they make plans accordingly. But as they are leaving, a thief discovers their plans, and he decides to turn the situation to his own advantage.

Who’s in it. A Calamitous Elopement stars Harry Solter as Frank, Linda Arvidson as Jennie, Charles Inslee as Jennie's Father and George Gebhardt as Bill - A Thief, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, A Calamitous Elopement has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Calamitous Elopement page.

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Where can I watch A Calamitous Elopement (1908)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Calamitous Elopement change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is A Calamitous Elopement worth watching?
A Calamitous Elopement holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in A Calamitous Elopement?
A Calamitous Elopement stars Harry Solter, Linda Arvidson, Charles Inslee, George Gebhardt and D.W. Griffith.
When was A Calamitous Elopement released?
A Calamitous Elopement was released in 1908, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.