The Big Swallow(1901)
The Big Swallow Synopsis
A man, objecting to being filmed, comes closer and closer to the camera lens until his mouth is all we see. Then he opens wide and swallows camera and cinematographer. He steps back, chews, and grins.
The Big Swallow (1901) is a comedy film directed by James Williamson, released on October 7, 1901 with a runtime of 1m. It stars Sam Dalton. Viewers rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 145 ratings.
- Director:
- James Williamson
- Cinematographer:
- James Williamson
- Production:
- Williamson Kinematograph Company
- Status:
- Released
The Big Swallow Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by James Williamson.
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The Big Swallow Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.5/10 from 145 ratings.
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The Big Swallow – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Big Swallow online?
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Who stars in The Big Swallow?
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The main cast of The Big Swallow (1901) includes Sam Dalton. The film was directed by James Williamson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Big Swallow released?
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The Big Swallow was released on October 7, 1901 and runs for 1m.
Is The Big Swallow worth watching?
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The Big Swallow (1901) holds an average rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 145 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.