The Gold Spider (1909): cast, story & where to watch
1909 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1909, The Gold Spider is a fantasy film directed by Segundo de Chomón, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. Some gnomes are searching for a wonderful spider that weaves webs of golden coins. Intent on their search, they are unaware that their movements are closely followed by a poor woodcutter, who also penetrates into their caves when they have caught the spider and imprisoned it there. He watches the wonderful spider making gold and other articles with wonder and in this scene the moving picture camera has excelled itself in turning out some good tricks, and finally he steals the golden spider. (Moving Picture World)
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Gold Spider 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 Gold Spider page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gold Spider tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gold Spider (1909)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gold Spider change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gold Spider worth watching?
- The Gold Spider holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Gold Spider released?
- The Gold Spider was released in 1909, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.