The Inexhaustible Cab (1899): cast, story & where to watch
1899 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1899, The Inexhaustible Cab is a comedy film directed by George Albert Smith, running about 1 minutes.
What it’s about. A cab is hailed in front of a palatial mansion by a gentleman who wishes a score of people driven to another part of the city. A clown jumps out and a satisfactory agreement is made between the clown and the gentleman, and a score or so of persons are hustled in one at a time until the clown succeeds in piling in the whole lot except Bridget, who is carrying a child. The persistent clown, in order to assist the nurse, who tips the scale at 400 pounds, takes the child from her. After caressing it he tosses it on top of the cab. He then picks up a board and uses it with good effect on the extremities of the fat woman, until she is forced into the cab, which drives away with its load of humanity.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, The Inexhaustible Cab has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Inexhaustible Cab page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Inexhaustible Cab tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Inexhaustible Cab (1899)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Inexhaustible Cab change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Inexhaustible Cab worth watching?
- The Inexhaustible Cab holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Inexhaustible Cab released?
- The Inexhaustible Cab was released in 1899, with a runtime of about 1 minutes.