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6.7 / 10(6 votes)IMDbNR194617mUnited States of America

A Bird in the Head

Synopsis

The stooges are working as paperhangers in the home of Professor Panzer, a mad scientist looking for a brain to use in his experiments. The professor wants to put a human brain into a gorilla but has trouble finding a brain small enough, which leads him to select Curly as the perfect donor.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

February 28, 1946

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Edward Bernds
Screenplay & Story
Edward Bernds
Original Score
John Leipold
Original Title
A Bird in the Head
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
17m
Production Studios
Columbia Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Edward Bernds

Screenplay & Story

Edward Bernds

Original Score & Music

John Leipold

Director of Photography

Burnett Guffey

Film Editing

Henry Batista

Producers

Hugh McCollum

Department Leadership Roster

Edward Bernds

Edward Bernds

Writer

Edward Bernds

Edward Bernds

Director

Hugh McCollum

Producer

Henry Batista

Editor

Burnett Guffey

Director of Photography

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for A Bird in the Head.

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Bird in the Head

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is A Bird in the Head about?

The stooges are working as paperhangers in the home of Professor Panzer, a mad scientist looking for a brain to use in his experiments. The professor wants to put a human brain into a gorilla but has trouble finding a brain small enough, which leads him to select Curly as the perfect donor.

Who directed A Bird in the Head?

A Bird in the Head was directed by Edward Bernds.

Who stars in A Bird in the Head?

The principal cast of A Bird in the Head includes Curly Howard, Larry Fine, Moe Howard, Vernon Dent, Robert B. Williams.

When was A Bird in the Head released and how long is it?

A Bird in the Head was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 17m.

Who composed the musical score for A Bird in the Head?

The original motion picture soundtrack for A Bird in the Head was composed by John Leipold.

What is the age rating and content advisory for A Bird in the Head?

A Bird in the Head holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).