
The Birth of a Nation
The Fiery Cross of the Ku Klux Klan!
Two families, abolitionist Northerners the Stonemans and Southern landowners the Camerons, intertwine. When Confederate colonel Ben Cameron is captured in battle, nurse Elsie Stoneman petitions for his pardon. In Reconstruction-era South Carolina, Cameron founds the Ku Klux Klan, battling Elsie's congressman father and his African-American protégé, Silas Lynch.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Birth of a Nation
- Genres: Drama, History, War
- Release Date: 1915-02-08
- Runtime: 195 minutes
- Rating: 6.005/10 (553 votes)
- Budget: $100,000
- Revenue: $11,000,000
- Production Companies: Epoch Film Co.
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.5046
- Languages: No Language
Cast & Crew

Lillian Gish
as Stoneman's Daughter Elsie

Mae Marsh
as Flora Cameron

Henry B. Walthall
as Col. Ben Cameron

Miriam Cooper
as Margaret Cameron

Mary Alden
as Stoneman's Housekeeper Lydia

Ralph Lewis
as Leader of the House Hon. Austin Stoneman

George Siegmann
as Lieut. Governor Silas Lynch

Walter Long
as Gus

Robert Harron
as Tod

Wallace Reid
as Jeff, the Blacksmith
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Trailers & Clips
The Birth of a Nation (1915) [ 4K Ultra HD ] D.W. Griffith | Lillian Gish | Full Movie
Birth of a Nation by D.W. Griffith - Trailer (1915)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Birth of a Nation?▼
The Birth of a Nation is a Drama, History, War movie directed by . It was released on 1915-02-08.
Who are the main actors in The Birth of a Nation?▼
The main cast includes Lillian Gish, Mae Marsh, Henry B. Walthall, Miriam Cooper, Mary Alden, .
Where can I watch The Birth of a Nation online?▼
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Is The Birth of a Nation based on a true story?▼
The Fiery Cross of the Ku Klux Klan!
What is the IMDb rating of The Birth of a Nation?▼
The Birth of a Nation has an IMDb rating of 6.005/10 based on 553 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Birth of a Nation?▼
The movie had a production budget of $100,000 and earned $11,000,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Birth of a Nation?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Epoch Film Co.. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Birth of a Nation filmed?▼
The Birth of a Nation was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Birth of a Nation?▼
The total runtime of The Birth of a Nation is 195 minutes.
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