Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost (1901): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1901, Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost is a notable film.

What it’s about. Filmed in 35mm and in black and white, this short silent film was produced by the English film pioneer R. W. Paul, and directed by Walter R. Booth and was filmed at Paul's Animatograph Works. It was released in November 1901. As was common in cinema's early days, the filmmakers chose to adapt an already well-known story, in this case A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, in the belief that the audience's familiarity with the story would result in the need for fewer intertitles. It was presented in 'Twelve Tableaux' or scenes. The film contains the first use of intertitles in a film.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost page.