Of Pups and Puzzles
Synopsis
This short film shows how the war department utilizes a Ph.D., a chimp, and three dogs to help design aptitude tests for men applying for work.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 6, 1941
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Sidney
- Screenplay & Story
- Julian Harmon
- Original Title
- Of Pups and Puzzles
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Sidney
Julian Harmon
Jackson Rose
Adrienne Fazan
John Nesbitt
Department Leadership Roster
John Nesbitt
Producer
Adrienne Fazan
Editor
Julian Harmon
Writer
Jackson Rose
Director of Photography
George Sidney
Director
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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 Of Pups and Puzzles about?
This short film shows how the war department utilizes a Ph.D., a chimp, and three dogs to help design aptitude tests for men applying for work.
Who directed Of Pups and Puzzles?
Of Pups and Puzzles was directed by George Sidney.
Who stars in Of Pups and Puzzles?
The principal cast of Of Pups and Puzzles includes John Nesbitt, Eddy Chandler, Mark Daniels, William Forrest.
When was Of Pups and Puzzles released and how long is it?
Of Pups and Puzzles was released in 1941 with a total runtime of 10m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Of Pups and Puzzles?
Of Pups and Puzzles holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).