
The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight
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1897-01-01 • 0h 19m
This legendary fight was filmed on March 17, 1897, using 63mm film that produced an aspect ratio of about 1.75:1. Using three adjacent cameras, Enoch Rector recorded the entire fight, simultaneously creating the world's first known feature film, as the resulting footage lasted over 90 minutes in length. About a quarter of the film survives today.
- Directors
- Enoch J. Rector

The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight
Visit website1897-01-01 • 0h 19m
5.3/10 • 27
This legendary fight was filmed on March 17, 1897, using 63mm film that produced an aspect ratio of about 1.75:1. Using three adjacent cameras, Enoch Rector recorded the entire fight, simultaneously creating the world's first known feature film, as the resulting footage lasted over 90 minutes in length. About a quarter of the film survives today.
- Directors
- Enoch J. Rector
Top Billed Cast
View CreditsJames J. Corbett
Himself
Bob Fitzsimmons
Himself
Billy Madden
Himself - Sullivan's Manager
George Siler
Himself - Referee
John L. Sullivan
Himself - Master of Ceremonies
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- Keywords
- silent film