Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe
Synopsis
Kindness, creativity, inclusivity, and a touch of magic makes the world a brighter place. Explore the story and impact of Canadian entertainer Ernie Coombs and his iconic series, Mr. Dressup, which enriched the lives of five generations.
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-09-07
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Ernie Coombs
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Jonathan Torrens
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Andrew Phung
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Michael J. Fox
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Bruce McCulloch
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Scott Thompson
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Peter Mansbridge
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Craig Baird
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Fred Rogers
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Catherine Tait
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Robert Mills
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Ed Robertson
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Graham Greene
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Jim Creeggan
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Tyler Stewart
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Kevin Hearn
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Lynn Coombs
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Fred Penner
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 9, 2023
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert McCallum
- Screenplay & Story
- Jordan Christopher Morris, Robert McCallum
- Original Score
- Jonathan Goldsmith
- Original Title
- Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Shaw Rocket Fund, Rogers Documentary Fund, Ontario Creates, Departments and Agencies of the Government of Canada
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert McCallum
Jordan Christopher Morris, Robert McCallum
Jonathan Goldsmith
John M. Tran
David New, Nathan Shields
Matthew Hornburg, Aeschylus Poulos, Robert McCallum, Mark J.W. Bishop, Jordan Christopher Morris
Department Leadership Roster
David New
Editor
Matthew Hornburg
Producer
Aeschylus Poulos
Producer
Robert McCallum
Director
Robert McCallum
Producer
Mark J.W. Bishop
Producer
Jordan Christopher Morris
Producer
Keith Hoffart
Producer
Jordan Christopher Morris
Writer
John M. Tran
Director of Photography
Nathan Shields
Editor
Robert McCallum
Writer
Nina Keogh
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all ages.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe
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What is Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe about?
Kindness, creativity, inclusivity, and a touch of magic makes the world a brighter place. Explore the story and impact of Canadian entertainer Ernie Coombs and his iconic series, Mr. Dressup, which enriched the lives of five generations.
Who directed Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe?
Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe was directed by Robert McCallum.
Who stars in Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe?
The principal cast of Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe includes Ernie Coombs, Jonathan Torrens, Andrew Phung, Michael J. Fox, Bruce McCulloch.
When was Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe released and how long is it?
Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe was composed by Jonathan Goldsmith.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe?
Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).