The Original Movie (1922): cast, story & where to watch
1922 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1922, The Original Movie is an animation film directed by Tony Sarg, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. A prehistoric writer sells his masterpiece to a film company, which is butchered horribly in the process of getting made into a stone-age movie. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2010.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Original Movie 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 Original Movie page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Original Movie tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Original Movie (1922)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Original Movie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Original Movie worth watching?
- The Original Movie holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Original Movie released?
- The Original Movie was released in 1922, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.