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9.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19596mUnited States of America

Doing What's Fright

Synopsis

Casper, the Friendly Ghost, encounters his misbehaving fellow-ghost, Spooky, and Spooky immediately makes Caster an April-Fool's victim. Wimpy (as always) Casper tries his best to persuade Spooky to stop playing tricks on people but to no avail. Casper decides that Spooky has to be taught a lesson and sets out to do so.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 15, 1959

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Seymour Kneitel
Screenplay & Story
Carl Meyer
Original Score
Winston Sharples
Original Title
Doing What's Fright
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
6m
Production Studios
Paramount Cartoon Studios

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Seymour Kneitel

Screenplay & Story

Carl Meyer

Original Score & Music

Winston Sharples

Department Leadership Roster

Seymour Kneitel

Seymour Kneitel

Director

Winston Sharples

Original Music Composer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Doing What's Fright.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Doing What's Fright

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

What is Doing What's Fright about?

Casper, the Friendly Ghost, encounters his misbehaving fellow-ghost, Spooky, and Spooky immediately makes Caster an April-Fool's victim. Wimpy (as always) Casper tries his best to persuade Spooky to stop playing tricks on people but to no avail. Casper decides that Spooky has to be taught a lesson and sets out to do so.

Who directed Doing What's Fright?

Doing What's Fright was directed by Seymour Kneitel.

Who stars in Doing What's Fright?

The principal cast of Doing What's Fright includes Not specified.

When was Doing What's Fright released and how long is it?

Doing What's Fright was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 6m.

Who composed the musical score for Doing What's Fright?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Doing What's Fright was composed by Winston Sharples.