Long Distance Wireless Photography (1908): cast, story & where to watch
1908 · Film · ★ 5.2

Released in 1908, Long Distance Wireless Photography is a comedy and science fiction film directed by Georges Méliès, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. Into a photography studio full of large fantastic machines steps an elderly couple. The bearded proprietor explains the equipment and gives them a demonstration: he starts machines whirring, and projects a painting of three women onto a large screen; suddenly the women begin to move. The customers are impressed. First the women sits in the special seat: she's projected onto the screen, and her good nature comes out in the laughing image. Then it's the man's turn, but the machine discloses a vastly different nature in him. Will his reaction threaten our proprietor's inventions?
Who’s in it. Long Distance Wireless Photography stars Fernande Albany and Georges Méliès.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Long Distance Wireless Photography has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Long Distance Wireless Photography page.
If you liked it. Fans of Long Distance Wireless Photography tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Long Distance Wireless Photography (1908)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Long Distance Wireless Photography change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Long Distance Wireless Photography worth watching?
- Long Distance Wireless Photography holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Long Distance Wireless Photography?
- Long Distance Wireless Photography stars Fernande Albany and Georges Méliès.
- When was Long Distance Wireless Photography released?
- Long Distance Wireless Photography was released in 1908, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.