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Electrocuting an Elephant (1903): Cast

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Electrocuting an Elephant is a 1903 documentary directed by Edwin S. Porter, starring Topsy and Carl Goliath.

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Electrocuting an Elephant (1903) movie poster
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Director
Edwin S. Porter
Genre
Documentary
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The story

What Is Electrocuting an Elephant About?

The premise of Electrocuting an Elephant without spoilers.

This is a film taken of the execution of Topsy, an elephant employed to help build Luna Park on Coney Island.

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Cast & crew

Electrocuting an Elephant Cast

Topsy leads the cast, with Carl Goliath. Directed by Edwin S. Porter.

From the director

More from Edwin S. Porter

More films directed by Edwin S. Porter: Tess of the Storm Country, The Prisoner of Zenda, The Price and The Lighthouse by the Sea.

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Electrocuting an Elephant Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “Ejecución de un elefante” and “Страта слона”.

Also known as
  • Ejecución de un elefante
  • Страта слона

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Electrocuting an Elephant FAQ: Cast & Release Date

Release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Electrocuting an Elephant, each answered in a sentence.

When was Electrocuting an Elephant released?

Electrocuting an Elephant was released on January 12, 1903.

Who directed Electrocuting an Elephant?

Electrocuting an Elephant was directed by Edwin S. Porter.

More films by Edwin S. Porter

Who is in the cast of Electrocuting an Elephant?

Electrocuting an Elephant stars Topsy and Carl Goliath.

Does Electrocuting an Elephant have a post-credit scene?

No. Electrocuting an Elephant has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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