A Midsummer Night's Dream (1909): cast, story & where to watch
1909 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1909, A Midsummer Night's Dream is a comedy and fantasy film directed by J. Stuart Blackton, running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. The worlds first screen adaptation of a Shakespeare play.
Who’s in it. A Midsummer Night's Dream stars Maurice Costello as Lysander, Dolores Costello as Fairy, Helene Costello as Fairy and Walter Ackerman as Demetrius, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, A Midsummer Night's Dream 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 Midsummer Night's Dream page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Midsummer Night's Dream tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Midsummer Night's Dream (1909)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Midsummer Night's Dream change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Midsummer Night's Dream worth watching?
- A Midsummer Night's Dream holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Midsummer Night's Dream?
- A Midsummer Night's Dream stars Maurice Costello, Dolores Costello, Helene Costello, Walter Ackerman and Charles Chapman.
- When was A Midsummer Night's Dream released?
- A Midsummer Night's Dream was released in 1909, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.