Jack and the Beanstalk (1902): cast, story & where to watch
1902 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1902, Jack and the Beanstalk is a notable film directed by Edwin S. Porter.
What it’s about. Porter's sequential continuity editing links several shots to form a narrative of the famous fairy tale story of Jack and his magic beanstalk. Borrowing on cinematographic methods reminiscent of 'Georges Melies' , Porter uses animation, double exposure, and trick photography to illustrate the fairy's apparitions, Jack's dream, and the fast growing beanstalk.
Who’s in it. Jack and the Beanstalk stars Thomas White as Jack and James H. White as Farmer.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Jack and the Beanstalk has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jack and the Beanstalk page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jack and the Beanstalk (1902)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jack and the Beanstalk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jack and the Beanstalk worth watching?
- Jack and the Beanstalk holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jack and the Beanstalk?
- Jack and the Beanstalk stars Thomas White and James H. White.
- When was Jack and the Beanstalk released?
- Jack and the Beanstalk was released in 1902.