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6.3 / 10(9 votes)IMDb19387mUnited States of America

The Mice Will Play

Synopsis

The mice are on the loose after hours in a doctor's office, playing with the various pieces of medical apparatus. Susie Mouse is caged for research until her lover Johnnie frees her. A mouse orchestra plays a swinging wedding song. But throughout, a cat is stalking...

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

December 17, 1938

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Tex Avery
Screenplay & Story
Jack Miller
Original Title
The Mice Will Play
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
7m
Production Studios
Leon Schlesinger Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Tex Avery

Screenplay & Story

Jack Miller

Film Editing

Treg Brown

Producers

Leon Schlesinger

Department Leadership Roster

Tex Avery

Tex Avery

Director

Leon Schlesinger

Leon Schlesinger

Producer

Treg Brown

Editor

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Mice Will Play.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Mice Will Play

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

What is The Mice Will Play about?

The mice are on the loose after hours in a doctor's office, playing with the various pieces of medical apparatus. Susie Mouse is caged for research until her lover Johnnie frees her. A mouse orchestra plays a swinging wedding song. But throughout, a cat is stalking...

Who directed The Mice Will Play?

The Mice Will Play was directed by Tex Avery.

Who stars in The Mice Will Play?

The principal cast of The Mice Will Play includes Margaret Hill-Talbot, Mel Blanc, Bernice Hansen.

When was The Mice Will Play released and how long is it?

The Mice Will Play was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 7m.