Howdy Doody and His Magic Hat
Synopsis
A UPA adaptation of the television series (1947-1960) dummy-cowboy, Howdy Doody. Filmed in both 35 and 16mm (for immediate television use in the event theatre exhibitors balked at showcasing a television character,) the plot has Howdy Doody in quest of a magic cowboy hat that will make him invincible. Filled with predominant variations of colors and designs and abstract-color designs as Howdy chases the elusive hat. Finally capturing it, he uses the hat's magical powers to become a rodeo star.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 13, 1954
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gene Deitch
- Original Title
- Howdy Doody and His Magic Hat
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
- Production Studios
- United Productions of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gene Deitch
Department Leadership Roster
Gene Deitch
Director
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UPA Animated Shorts
United Productions of America, better known as UPA, was an American animation studio active from the 1940s through the 1970s. Beginning with industrial and World War II training films, UPA eventually produced theatrical shorts for Columbia Pictures, notably the Mr. Magoo series.
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What is Howdy Doody and His Magic Hat about?
A UPA adaptation of the television series (1947-1960) dummy-cowboy, Howdy Doody. Filmed in both 35 and 16mm (for immediate television use in the event theatre exhibitors balked at showcasing a television character,) the plot has Howdy Doody in quest of a magic cowboy hat that will make him invincible. Filled with predominant variations of colors and designs and abstract-color designs as Howdy chases the elusive hat. Finally capturing it, he uses the hat's magical powers to become a rodeo star.
Who directed Howdy Doody and His Magic Hat?
Howdy Doody and His Magic Hat was directed by Gene Deitch.
Who stars in Howdy Doody and His Magic Hat?
The principal cast of Howdy Doody and His Magic Hat includes Not specified.
When was Howdy Doody and His Magic Hat released and how long is it?
Howdy Doody and His Magic Hat was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 7m.