The Cube
Synopsis
An unnamed character is trapped in a cubical white room where others can enter and leave, but which he himself apparently cannot leave. A stool is brought in covered in strawberry jam, the furniture changes throughout the play. The main character is subjected to an increasingly puzzling and frustrating series of encounters, as a variety of people come through various hidden doors. But, as many remind him, he can only leave through his own door, so he must find it.
Top Cast
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Richard Schaal
The Man in the Cube
Hugh Webster
Arnie
Rex Sevenoaks
Manager
Jack Van Evera
Prisoner
John Granik
Straight Man / Sergeant
Guy Sanvido
Comic Fritz
Liza Creighton
Cora, the Seductress
Don Crawford
Black Militant
William Osler
Scientist
Jerry Nelson
Monk
Sandra Scott
Miss Bates, the Decorator
Claude Rae
Dr. Conners
Don McGill
Professor
Ralph Endersby
Guitarist
Trudy Young
Liza 1
Jim Henson
Gorilla (voice)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jim Henson
- Screenplay & Story
- Jim Henson, Jerry Juhl
- Original Score
- Walter E. Sear
- Original Title
- The Cube
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
- Production Studios
- Muppets, CTV, NBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jim Henson
Jim Henson, Jerry Juhl
Walter E. Sear
Department Leadership Roster
Jim Henson
Director
Jim Henson
Writer
Jerry Juhl
Writer
Walter E. Sear
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cube
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Cube about?
An unnamed character is trapped in a cubical white room where others can enter and leave, but which he himself apparently cannot leave. A stool is brought in covered in strawberry jam, the furniture changes throughout the play. The main character is subjected to an increasingly puzzling and frustrating series of encounters, as a variety of people come through various hidden doors. But, as many remind him, he can only leave through his own door, so he must find it.
Who directed The Cube?
The Cube was directed by Jim Henson.
Who stars in The Cube?
The principal cast of The Cube includes Richard Schaal, Hugh Webster, Rex Sevenoaks, Jack Van Evera, John Granik.
When was The Cube released and how long is it?
The Cube was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 53m.
Who composed the musical score for The Cube?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Cube was composed by Walter E. Sear.