An eminent astronomer pursuing his studies of Halley's Comet, after rapid calculations, comes to the conclusion that it is impossible for this universe to escape destruction, and that the ... See full summary
A Miscalculation (1910) Online
An eminent astronomer pursuing his studies of Halley's Comet, after rapid calculations, comes to the conclusion that it is impossible for this universe to escape destruction, and that the 18th of May is the date when the end will come. Philosophically resigning himself to fate, he apprises his friends of the coming catastrophe, and suggests that they all join with him in making merry on their last day on earth. They all agree and after a round of gaiety await in the professor's observatory the end with that wonderful calmness which is closely affiliated with Dutch courage. The rising of the sun on the 19th, however, dispels not only all fears, but also all confidence in the professor's powers of prediction, and his friends fall upon him and belabor him with blows for having induced them to neglect their businesses and spend their money.
Original French title is undetermined.
Released in the US as a split reel along with Butter Making in Normandy (1910).