If I Ran the Zoo
Synopsis
A child goes to the zoo and is disappointed with the quality of creatures there. He daydreams about running the zoo himself. Features illustrations from the book accompanied by narration.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1992
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ray Messecar
- Screenplay & Story
- Dr. Seuss
- Original Score
- Myles Chase, Roy Markowitz
- Original Title
- If I Ran the Zoo
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- Random House Home Video
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ray Messecar
Dr. Seuss
Myles Chase, Roy Markowitz
Tish Rabe, Sharon Lerner, Ray Messecar
Department Leadership Roster
Ray Messecar
Director
Dr. Seuss
Writer
Tish Rabe
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About If I Ran the Zoo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is If I Ran the Zoo about?
A child goes to the zoo and is disappointed with the quality of creatures there. He daydreams about running the zoo himself. Features illustrations from the book accompanied by narration.
Who directed If I Ran the Zoo?
If I Ran the Zoo was directed by Ray Messecar.
Who stars in If I Ran the Zoo?
The principal cast of If I Ran the Zoo includes Brett Ambler.
When was If I Ran the Zoo released and how long is it?
If I Ran the Zoo was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 15m.
Who composed the musical score for If I Ran the Zoo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for If I Ran the Zoo was composed by Myles Chase, Roy Markowitz.
Is If I Ran the Zoo based on a book or true story?
If I Ran the Zoo is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Dr. Seuss".