Loading a Boiler (1896): cast, story & where to watch
1896 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1896, Loading a Boiler is a documentary film directed by Louis Lumière, running about 1 minutes.
What it’s about. A stationary camera placed amidships looks toward the round end of a 10- or 12-foot boiler that's been loaded onto the open deck. Three men climb down from atop the boiler and then remove their ladder. Four or five other workers tie the boiler down to the deck. Their pace is leisurely. In the background is a busy harbor.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Loading a Boiler has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Loading a Boiler page.
If you liked it. Fans of Loading a Boiler 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 Loading a Boiler (1896)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Loading a Boiler change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Loading a Boiler worth watching?
- Loading a Boiler holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Loading a Boiler released?
- Loading a Boiler was released in 1896, with a runtime of about 1 minutes.