

Anatomy of an Accident
Synopsis
A Jerry Fairbanks and Bell System production, “Anatomy of an Accident” is a 1961 driver's education film in technicolor focusing on defensive driving told through a scripted story centered around a family outing that came to a tragic end.
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"ANATOMY OF AN ACCIDENT" 1961 DRIVER'S EDUCATION FILM DEFENSIVE DRIVING TECHNIQUES XD66154
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-02-04
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January 1, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- LeRoy Prinz
- Screenplay & Story
- Leo S. Rosencrans
- Original Title
- Anatomy of an Accident
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 27m
- Production Studios
- Bell System, Jerry Fairbanks Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
LeRoy Prinz
Leo S. Rosencrans
Richard Fritch
Jerry Fairbanks
Department Leadership Roster
LeRoy Prinz
Director
Leo S. Rosencrans
Screenplay
Jerry Fairbanks
Producer
Richard Fritch
Editor
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Anatomy of an Accident about?
A Jerry Fairbanks and Bell System production, “Anatomy of an Accident” is a 1961 driver's education film in technicolor focusing on defensive driving told through a scripted story centered around a family outing that came to a tragic end.
Who directed Anatomy of an Accident?
Anatomy of an Accident was directed by LeRoy Prinz.
Who stars in Anatomy of an Accident?
The principal cast of Anatomy of an Accident includes David Wayne, Phyllis Avery, Ricky Kelman, Ilana Dowding, Irene Tedrow.
When was Anatomy of an Accident released and how long is it?
Anatomy of an Accident was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 27m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Anatomy of an Accident?
Anatomy of an Accident holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).
















