Vintage Stock Footage
1939 California
529 clips filmed in California during 1939, 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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Auburn California (1939): Three People Sit On Outside Chair With A Dog Who Walks
Auburn California (1939): Elderly Couple Pets Tan Cocker Spaniel Dog While Sitting
Lake Tahoe California (1939): An Outgrowth Of Rocks In The Middle Of A Grove Of
Lake Tahoe California (1939): A Woman Waits In A Car At A Park Outdoors
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Brown Dog Looking Out Of Window Of Blue Car On A
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Picture Of A Lake With Trees Around It And Sunny
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Vintage Clip Of A Tree
Lake Tahoe California (1939): A Still Lake Surrounded By Gentile Mountains And
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Strong Streaky Trees In Front Of A Tall Mountain
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Wildlife A Woman Bathing Her Dog Enjoying The
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Dog Cocker Spaniel Greeting Wiped Off With A Towel
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Woman And Dog Greet Man In Front Of Cabin
Lake Tahoe California (1939): A Couple Sitting In Their Balcony Smoking And
Lake Tahoe California (1939): House Among The Trees On The Rocky Hill Leaning
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Well Wooded Forest A Good Place For Wild Animals To
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Videographer Admires The Beauty Of The Complete
Lake Tahoe California (1939): The Beauty Of A Waterfront With Incredible Greenery
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Pine Tree In Front Of A Lake With Mountains And Snow
Lake Tahoe California (1939): View Of Mountains Green Trees And Blue Sky On A
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Beautiful Evergreen Trees Lining The Lakes Shore
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Take A Look Mat The Beautiful Morning Sun Rise In
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Gorgeous Film Capture Of Mountain Side On Sunny
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Picture Of A Beautiful Beach House
Lake Tahoe California (1939): Summer Time Family Weekend At The Country Cabin In
Frequently asked questions
What kind of 1939 California footage is available?
Stockfilm preserves authentic 1939 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 1939 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 1939 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 1939 California archival footage?
Open a clip from the collection above, choose License Direct, and complete checkout to receive the licensed master download from Stockfilm.