Gerald McBoing-Boing's Symphony
Synopsis
Gerald McBoing Boing, a little boy who can't talk but can imitate any sound, is working as a one-man sound effects department for a radio station. When a scheduled symphony orchestra does not show up, Gerald replaces them. He is doing fine until he mixes up the score with the sound effects script, and creates an original symphony. He is fired, but the critics hail his work as that of a genius.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 4, 1953
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Cannon
- Screenplay & Story
- T. Hee, Dr. Seuss
- Original Title
- Gerald McBoing-Boing's Symphony
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
- Production Studios
- United Productions of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Cannon
T. Hee, Dr. Seuss
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Cannon
Director
T. Hee
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gerald McBoing-Boing's Symphony
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What is Gerald McBoing-Boing's Symphony about?
Gerald McBoing Boing, a little boy who can't talk but can imitate any sound, is working as a one-man sound effects department for a radio station. When a scheduled symphony orchestra does not show up, Gerald replaces them. He is doing fine until he mixes up the score with the sound effects script, and creates an original symphony. He is fired, but the critics hail his work as that of a genius.
Who directed Gerald McBoing-Boing's Symphony?
Gerald McBoing-Boing's Symphony was directed by Robert Cannon.
Who stars in Gerald McBoing-Boing's Symphony?
The principal cast of Gerald McBoing-Boing's Symphony includes Marvin Miller.
When was Gerald McBoing-Boing's Symphony released and how long is it?
Gerald McBoing-Boing's Symphony was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 7m.
Is Gerald McBoing-Boing's Symphony based on a book or true story?
Gerald McBoing-Boing's Symphony is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Dr. Seuss".