The Kinetoscope is an early motion picture exhibition device invented by Thomas Edison and his team in the late 19th century. It allowed individuals to view short films through a peephole viewer. The device used a strip of film that was rapidly wound on a spool, creating the illusion of movement as the images passed by. Introduced in 1891, the Kinetoscope was primarily used in arcades and entertainment venues. While it was popular for a time, it was eventually overshadowed by more advanced projection systems, such as the projector, which allowed larger audiences to enjoy films simultaneously.