The Blacksmiths (1895): cast, story & where to watch
1895 · Film · ★ 5.1

Released in 1895, The Blacksmiths is a documentary film directed by Louis Lumière, running about 1 minutes.
What it’s about. While his aide continuously turns the handle of the bellows, keeping hot a small furnace in front of him, a blacksmith is pounding a piece of metal on an anvil, then plunges the shaft into a tub of water, causing a cloud of vapor in the process.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Blacksmiths 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 Blacksmiths page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Blacksmiths tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Blacksmiths (1895)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blacksmiths change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Blacksmiths worth watching?
- The Blacksmiths holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Blacksmiths released?
- The Blacksmiths was released in 1895, with a runtime of about 1 minutes.
