Peter and the Wolf
Synopsis
Disney's animated adaptation of Prokofiev's masterpiece, in which every character is represented musically by a different instrument. Young Peter decides to go hunting for the wolf that's been prowling around the village. Along the way, he is joined by his friends the bird, the duck and the cat. All the fun comes to end, however, when the wolf makes an appearance. Will Peter and his friends live to tell of their adventures?
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 15, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clyde Geronimi
- Screenplay & Story
- Eric Gurney, Dick Huemer, Sergei Prokofiev
- Original Score
- Edward H. Plumb, Sergei Prokofiev
- Original Title
- Peter and the Wolf
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clyde Geronimi
Eric Gurney, Dick Huemer, Sergei Prokofiev
Edward H. Plumb, Sergei Prokofiev
Department Leadership Roster
Clyde Geronimi
Director
Eric Gurney
Writer
Dick Huemer
Writer
Sergei Prokofiev
Writer
Edward H. Plumb
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Peter and the Wolf
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Peter and the Wolf about?
Disney's animated adaptation of Prokofiev's masterpiece, in which every character is represented musically by a different instrument. Young Peter decides to go hunting for the wolf that's been prowling around the village. Along the way, he is joined by his friends the bird, the duck and the cat. All the fun comes to end, however, when the wolf makes an appearance. Will Peter and his friends live to tell of their adventures?
Who directed Peter and the Wolf?
Peter and the Wolf was directed by Clyde Geronimi.
Who stars in Peter and the Wolf?
The principal cast of Peter and the Wolf includes Sterling Holloway.
When was Peter and the Wolf released and how long is it?
Peter and the Wolf was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 15m.
Who composed the musical score for Peter and the Wolf?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Peter and the Wolf was composed by Edward H. Plumb, Sergei Prokofiev.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Peter and the Wolf?
Peter and the Wolf holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).