Captain America: The Origin of Captain America
“America's Fighter of Tyranny and Defender of Freedom Since 1941!”
Synopsis
Captain America is finally here in his own animated short film! The story the America people have been waiting for--how a weaking named Steve Rogers became a super-human Super Hero, why young Bucky Barnes became his partner, and the incredible, unforgettable battle against the evil Red Skull!
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Captain America Intro (1966)
Type: Clip • Published 2012-02-18
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 4, 1985
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clyde Geronimi, Sid Marcus
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Kirby, Stan Lee
- Original Title
- Captain America: The Origin of Captain America
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 35m
- Production Studios
- Best Film & Video Corp
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clyde Geronimi, Sid Marcus
Jack Kirby, Stan Lee
Department Leadership Roster
Clyde Geronimi
Director
Sid Marcus
Director
Jack Kirby
Writer
Stan Lee
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Captain America: The Origin of Captain America about?
Captain America is finally here in his own animated short film! The story the America people have been waiting for--how a weaking named Steve Rogers became a super-human Super Hero, why young Bucky Barnes became his partner, and the incredible, unforgettable battle against the evil Red Skull!
Who directed Captain America: The Origin of Captain America?
Captain America: The Origin of Captain America was directed by Clyde Geronimi, Sid Marcus.
Who stars in Captain America: The Origin of Captain America?
The principal cast of Captain America: The Origin of Captain America includes Sandy Becker, Carl Banas, Paul Kligman, Vita Linder, Don Mason.
When was Captain America: The Origin of Captain America released and how long is it?
Captain America: The Origin of Captain America was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 35m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Captain America: The Origin of Captain America?
Captain America: The Origin of Captain America holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).