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Peter Pan (1924)

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When Paramount bought the rights to the delightful James M. Barrie story, every actress in Hollywood wanted the role of Peter Pan, made famous on the stage by Maude Adams. Mary Pickford, Lillian Gish, and even Gloria Swanson thought they were perfect for the role, but Barrie's own choice was Betty Bronson, a virtual unknown. The story is familiar to nearly everyone. When Mr. and Mrs. Darling (Cyril Chadwick and Esther Ralston) go to a party, they leave their children -- Wendy (Mary Brian),

Unrated, 1 hr. 42 min.

Action & Adventure, Kids & Family, Classics, Science Fiction & Fantasy

Directed By: Herbert Brenon

Written By: J.M. Barrie, Willis Goldbeck

In Theaters: Jan 1, 1924 Limited

On DVD: Nov 23, 1999

Paramount Pictures

Cast

Betty Bronson
Peter Pan
Ernest Torrence
Capt. Hook
Cyril Chadwick
Mr. Darling
Virginia Faire Brown
Tinker Bell
Anna May Wong
Tiger Lily
Esther Ralston
Mrs. Darling
George Ali
Nano the Dog
Mary Brian
Wendy
Philippe DeLacy
Michael
Jack Murphy
John
Kit Wain

Critic Reviews for Peter Pan

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One of the loveliest movies for and about children ever made.

February 2, 2011 Full Review Source: Chicago Reader

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Jonathan Rosenbaum

Chicago Reader

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Again and again the silence of the audience was snapped by the ringing laugh of a single boy which was quickly followed by an outburst from dozens of others, some of whom shook in their seats in sheer Joy at what they saw upon the screen.

March 25, 2006 Full Review Source: New York Times

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Mordaunt Hall

New York Times

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A lost treasure of the silent era starring Betty Bronson.

February 22, 2008 Comment

Steve Crum

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Polished, faithful silent adaptation of the Barrie classic

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Daniel Eagan

Film Journal International

One of the best silent films for the whole family, this magical production of Peter Pan is true to both letter and spirit of Barrie's nursery tale.

December 26, 2003 Full Review Source: Decent Films Guide

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Steven D. Greydanus

Decent Films Guide

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Anyone else think it's weird when they have a girl play Peter? And the guy in the dog costume, what was up with that? I know, I know it's a fantasy story, but I thought when they were at home it was supposed to be the real world, maybe I'm wrong. Anyway, this movie will surely entertain young audiences, it's fun and

December 30, 2010

AJ Verser

Super Reviewer

First, let me say that seeing this as it was meant to be seen, with live music accompaniment, was AMAZING! Even with a few DVD glitches, having the live reaction of the organist and percussionist adds so much to the entertainment value. This is probably closest to what you would have seen at an original stage

September 5, 2007