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7.4 / 10(5 votes)IMDbNR19561h 0mUnited States of America

The Plausible Impossible

Synopsis

Walt Disney explains some of the techniques of animation, and includes for the first time the pencil test footage of the "Soup Eating Sequence" from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Walt references a book called "The Art of Animation" which shows a technique that is used in animated cartoons that dates back to the ancient Egyptians and Greeks.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

October 31, 1956

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
William Beaudine
Original Title
The Plausible Impossible
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 0m
Production Studios
Walt Disney Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

William Beaudine

Department Leadership Roster

William Beaudine

William Beaudine

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Plausible Impossible.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Plausible Impossible

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Plausible Impossible about?

Walt Disney explains some of the techniques of animation, and includes for the first time the pencil test footage of the "Soup Eating Sequence" from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Walt references a book called "The Art of Animation" which shows a technique that is used in animated cartoons that dates back to the ancient Egyptians and Greeks.

Who directed The Plausible Impossible?

The Plausible Impossible was directed by William Beaudine.

Who stars in The Plausible Impossible?

The principal cast of The Plausible Impossible includes Walt Disney.

When was The Plausible Impossible released and how long is it?

The Plausible Impossible was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Plausible Impossible?

The Plausible Impossible holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).