Man's Genesis (1912): cast, story & where to watch
1912 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1912, Man's Genesis is a comedy, drama, adventure and history film directed by D.W. Griffith, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. An old man tells his grandchildren about prehistoric man: Caveman Weakhands is unable to court a woman because of his physical weakness. Humiliated by Bruteforce, he bumps into Lillywhite, who has also been cowering in her cave in mourning. The two new lovers form a connection, but Bruteforce separates the couple and sends Weakhands scrambling. In his cave, Weakhands thinks up the design of a stone club. With this equalizer, he soon vanquishes Bruteforce and wins Lillywhite back again-- An early step in human progress.
Who’s in it. Man's Genesis stars W. Chrystie Miller as Grandfather, Robert Harron as Weakhands, Mae Marsh as Lillywhite and Wilfred Lucas as Bruteforce, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Man's Genesis has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Man's Genesis page.
If you liked it. Fans of Man's Genesis tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Man's Genesis (1912)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Man's Genesis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Man's Genesis worth watching?
- Man's Genesis holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, adventure and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Man's Genesis?
- Man's Genesis stars W. Chrystie Miller, Robert Harron, Mae Marsh, Wilfred Lucas and Charles Hill Mailes.
- When was Man's Genesis released?
- Man's Genesis was released in 1912, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.