The Microscopic Dancer (1902): cast, story & where to watch
1902 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1902, The Microscopic Dancer is a comedy and fantasy film directed by Georges Méliès, running about 2 minutes.
What it’s about. “This is an absolutely new and extraordinary subject. A juggler takes in succession about a dozen eggs out of his servant's mouth. He breaks all the eggs into a hat, and after having beaten them up after the manner of a cook, he extracts an egg as large as the hat itself. As soon as he sets this egg on the table there appears a tiny dancing girl, full of life, as big as a baby's doll, and who performs on the table some beautiful stage dances. All of a sudden she increases to the size of a ordinary woman, and jumping on the floor she delights the audience with her turns. The juggler and the dancing girl disappear in the most extraordinary way.” (Méliès Catalog)
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Microscopic Dancer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Microscopic Dancer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Microscopic Dancer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Microscopic Dancer (1902)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Microscopic Dancer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Microscopic Dancer worth watching?
- The Microscopic Dancer holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Microscopic Dancer released?
- The Microscopic Dancer was released in 1902, with a runtime of about 2 minutes.