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The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat

First worldwide release
June 30, 1896
Score
7.1 / 10
Length
0h 1m
Language
FR
HistoryDocumentary
🎬 Directed by Louis Lumière, Auguste Lumière 🌟 Madeleine Koehler, Marcel Koehler, Marguerite Lumière, Jeanne-Joséphine Lumière, Rose Lumière

A group of people are standing along the platform of a railway station in La Ciotat, waiting for a train. One is seen coming, at some distance, and eventually stops at the platform. Doors of the railway-cars open and attendants help passengers off and on. Popular legend has it that, when this film was shown, the first-night audience fled the café in terror, fearing being run over by the "approaching" train. This legend has since been identified as promotional embellishment, though there is evidence to suggest that people were astounded at the capabilities of the Lumières' cinématographe.

Release Rollout

The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat opened first in United States on June 30, 1896. The rollout continued across 4 countries, finishing in Mexico on October 20, 1897.

Release Dates by Country
United StatesJun 30, 1896
FranceOct 10, 1897
South KoreaOct 10, 1897
MexicoOct 20, 1897
Frequently Asked Questions

When does The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat come out?

The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat was released on June 30, 1896.

When does The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat come out in United States?

The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat was released in United States on June 30, 1896.

Who directed The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat?

The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat was directed by Louis Lumière, Auguste Lumière.

How long is The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat?

The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat has a runtime of 1 minutes.