A Little Hero (1913): cast, story & where to watch
1913 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1913, A Little Hero is a comedy film directed by George Nichols, running about 4 minutes.
What it’s about. Mabel has a canary bird, a tiny pet dog and a cat. She goes out, and the cat goes after the canary. Doggie hears the racket and takes in the situation. Knowing he is no match for Tabbie he runs as fast as his little legs will carry him to a kennel where he tells his troubles to three big collies, who run back with him. They secure entrance to the house through a basement window, and arrive in time to save the bird's life. Tabby runs away, and an exciting chase follows. When Mabel comes home and sees the overturned bird cage and the canary's tall feathers palled out she thinks her little doggie has chased the cat away, and hugs her hero.
Who’s in it. A Little Hero stars Mabel Normand.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, A Little Hero 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 Little Hero page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Little Hero tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Little Hero (1913)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Little Hero change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Little Hero worth watching?
- A Little Hero holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Little Hero?
- A Little Hero stars Mabel Normand.
- When was A Little Hero released?
- A Little Hero was released in 1913, with a runtime of about 4 minutes.