The Kiss (1896 Film) -- Directed By William Heise -- Full Movie

In a medium close-up shot of the first kiss ever recorded on screen, two fervent lovers cuddle and talk passionately at hair's breadth, just before the love-smitten gentleman decides to give his chosen one an innocent peck -- IMDB

Directed by William Heise
Starring May Irwin
John Rice
Distributed by Thomas A. Edison, Inc.
Release date
April–May 1896
Running time
18 seconds
Country United States
Language silent