The Merry Skeleton (1898): cast, story & where to watch
1898 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1898, The Merry Skeleton is a comedy, fantasy and horror film directed by Louis Lumière, running about 1 minutes.
What it’s about. A skeleton dances joyously, often collapsing into a heap of bones and quickly putting itself back together.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Merry Skeleton 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 The Merry Skeleton page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Merry Skeleton tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Merry Skeleton (1898)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Merry Skeleton change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Merry Skeleton worth watching?
- The Merry Skeleton holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Merry Skeleton released?
- The Merry Skeleton was released in 1898, with a runtime of about 1 minutes.