
Along the Rainbow Trail
Synopsis
This 1946 entry in the "Movietone Adventures" series of shorts was in Technicolor when originally released. Narrated by Lowell Thomas, it is a trip from Medicine Hat in southern Utah down the rapids of the San Juan River ending with a view of the Rainbow Bridge, hence the title and the use of Tehnicolor. It was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short Subject, One-Reel.
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February 15, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edmund Reek
- Original Title
- Along the Rainbow Trail
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 8m
- Production Studios
- Fox Movietone News, 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edmund Reek
Edmund Reek
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Edmund Reek
Director
Edmund Reek
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Along the Rainbow Trail
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Along the Rainbow Trail about?
This 1946 entry in the "Movietone Adventures" series of shorts was in Technicolor when originally released. Narrated by Lowell Thomas, it is a trip from Medicine Hat in southern Utah down the rapids of the San Juan River ending with a view of the Rainbow Bridge, hence the title and the use of Tehnicolor. It was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short Subject, One-Reel.
Who directed Along the Rainbow Trail?
Along the Rainbow Trail was directed by Edmund Reek.
Who stars in Along the Rainbow Trail?
The principal cast of Along the Rainbow Trail includes Lowell Thomas.
When was Along the Rainbow Trail released and how long is it?
Along the Rainbow Trail was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 8m.
