Vintage Stock Footage
1936 California
296 clips filmed in California during 1936, scanned from original 8mm and Super 8 home movie reels. Every clip page shows the source reel it came from and the evidence behind its date and place.
$149 flat license · royalty-free worldwide
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California (1936): View Of Brown Shrubs In Desert Field On A Sunny Day
California (1936): Bird Struggling To Eat However Trying To Staying Alive But Much
California (1936): Crosses The Street To Activate The Car Stop Or Stop The Car
California (1936): Hunters Return To The Lodge Without Bringing Any Prey
California (1936): A Group Of Hunters Practicing How To Shoot At Animals
California (1936): Men Talking And Shooting
California USA (1936): Old Film, Country Feeling, Animals, And Farm
California USA (1936): Gentleman In Hat Whistles On A Mountain, Then Walks On Path
Frequently asked questions
What kind of 1936 California footage is available?
Stockfilm preserves authentic 1936 California home movies on 8mm, Super 8, and 16mm reels restored to 4K. Expect candid daily life, streetscapes, travel, family events, and period-accurate fashion and vehicles, all shot on real film stock from the era.
What format was 1936 California footage shot on?
1930s home movies were shot on Standard 8mm, introduced in 1932, and on 16mm. Super 8 did not exist yet. We scan original reels at 4K and color-correct each clip while preserving authentic film grain.
Can I license 1936 California stock footage commercially?
Yes. The clips shown on this page are available for royalty-free direct licensing from Stockfilm for film, documentary, advertising, and online use.
Where can I download 1936 California archival footage?
Open a clip from the collection above, choose License Direct, and complete checkout to receive the licensed master download from Stockfilm.