Jack’s 1917 Climb: Beanstalk and Giant Glory

Clamber into a timeless tale with this silent 1917 rendition of "Jack and the Beanstalk," brought to life by Fox Film Corporation. Jack, a plucky boy from a struggling family, swaps the family cow for magic beans that sprout overnight into a towering beanstalk. Up he climbs through the clouds to a magical realm ruled by a fearsome giant, where he discovers a captive princess in the beast’s castle. In crisp black-and-white, young Francis Carpenter’s Jack battles the tyrant with wit and courage, weaving a rescue mission amid fantastical sets. A whimsical treasure for silent film buffs, fairy tale fans, and vintage cinema lovers, this reel spins a classic yarn with early Hollywood charm.