Mars and Beyond
“Mars And Beyond”
Synopsis
Directed by renouned animator Ward Kimball, ' Mars and Beyond' is a lighthearted exploration of the history and future of Space Travel as understood back in 1957! Theories from scientists and philosophers are discussed. Focusing on Mars. Ideas from science-fiction authors H.G. Wells and Edgar Rice Burroughs are brought to life with colorful animation. Pulp science fiction comics of the time are parodied. Life on other planets is considered, profiling each of the planets in the solar system from the perspective of what would happen to man on them. A masterpiece of animation and sci-fi that was way ahead of it's time. Ward Kimball was perhaps the most inventive of all Disney animators and probably the only one who admitted to experimenting with psychedelic drugs in the 60's. Also the only animator who Walt Disney ever called a "genius."
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 4, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ward Kimball
- Original Score
- George Bruns
- Original Title
- Mars and Beyond
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ward Kimball
George Bruns
Lionel A. Ephraim, Lloyd L. Richardson
Department Leadership Roster
Lionel A. Ephraim
Editor
Lloyd L. Richardson
Editor
Ward Kimball
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Mars and Beyond.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mars and Beyond
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What is Mars and Beyond about?
Directed by renouned animator Ward Kimball, ' Mars and Beyond' is a lighthearted exploration of the history and future of Space Travel as understood back in 1957! Theories from scientists and philosophers are discussed. Focusing on Mars. Ideas from science-fiction authors H.G. Wells and Edgar Rice Burroughs are brought to life with colorful animation. Pulp science fiction comics of the time are parodied. Life on other planets is considered, profiling each of the planets in the solar system from the perspective of what would happen to man on them. A masterpiece of animation and sci-fi that was way ahead of it's time. Ward Kimball was perhaps the most inventive of all Disney animators and probably the only one who admitted to experimenting with psychedelic drugs in the 60's. Also the only animator who Walt Disney ever called a "genius."
Who directed Mars and Beyond?
Mars and Beyond was directed by Ward Kimball.
Who stars in Mars and Beyond?
The principal cast of Mars and Beyond includes Paul Frees, Wernher von Braun, Ernst Stuhlinger.
When was Mars and Beyond released and how long is it?
Mars and Beyond was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 53m.
Who composed the musical score for Mars and Beyond?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mars and Beyond was composed by George Bruns.