A Doonesbury Special
Synopsis
Garry Trudeau's classic characters (Mike Doonesbury, Zonker, etc.) examine how their lifestyles, priorities, and concerns have changed since the end of their idealistic college days in the 1960s. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.
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James Allen Brewer
Jimmy Thudpucker
Barbara Harris
Joanie Caucus
Charles Levin
Mark Slackmeyer
Rebecca Nelson
Barbara Ann 'Boopsie' Boopstein
William Sloane Coffin
The Reverend Scott Sloan
Jack Gilford
Referee
Michelle Browne
Jeannie
Richard Cox
Zonker Harris (voice)
David Grant
Mike Doonesbury (voice)
Richard Bruno
B.D. (voice)
Mark Baker
Kirby (voice)
Rick Elice
Frank (voice) (as Eric Elice)
Will Jordan
Sportscaster (voice)
Linda Baer
Ellie (voice)
Eric Jaffe
Howie (voice)
Thomas Baxton
Rufus (voice)
Lenny Jackson
Magus (voice)
Patrice Leftwich
Virgin Mary (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival [Competition - Short Films]
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Hubley, Garry Trudeau, Faith Hubley
- Screenplay & Story
- John Hubley, Faith Hubley, Garry Trudeau
- Original Score
- James Allen Brewer
- Original Title
- A Doonesbury Special
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- Hubley Studios, Universal Press Syndicate
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Hubley, Garry Trudeau, Faith Hubley
John Hubley, Faith Hubley, Garry Trudeau
James Allen Brewer
Sara Fishko
Department Leadership Roster
John Hubley
Director
Garry Trudeau
Director
Faith Hubley
Director
Sara Fishko
Editor
John Hubley
Screenplay
Faith Hubley
Screenplay
Garry Trudeau
Writer
Garry Trudeau
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for A Doonesbury Special.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Doonesbury Special
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Doonesbury Special about?
Garry Trudeau's classic characters (Mike Doonesbury, Zonker, etc.) examine how their lifestyles, priorities, and concerns have changed since the end of their idealistic college days in the 1960s. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.
Who directed A Doonesbury Special?
A Doonesbury Special was directed by John Hubley, Garry Trudeau, Faith Hubley.
Who stars in A Doonesbury Special?
The principal cast of A Doonesbury Special includes James Allen Brewer, Barbara Harris, Charles Levin, Rebecca Nelson, William Sloane Coffin.
When was A Doonesbury Special released and how long is it?
A Doonesbury Special was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 25m.
Who composed the musical score for A Doonesbury Special?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Doonesbury Special was composed by James Allen Brewer.