The Magic Alphabet
Synopsis
This MGM John Nesbitt's Passing Parade series short dramatizes how the work of Dutch physician Christiaan Eijkman, who searched for a cure for beri-beri on the island of Java in the 1890s, led to the discovery of vitamins.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 10, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacques Tourneur
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Lopez
- Original Title
- The Magic Alphabet
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacques Tourneur
Robert Lopez
Alvin Wyckoff
Harry Komer
John Nesbitt
Department Leadership Roster
Jacques Tourneur
Director
Robert Lopez
Screenplay
Alvin Wyckoff
Director of Photography
John Nesbitt
Producer
Harry Komer
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Magic Alphabet
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What is The Magic Alphabet about?
This MGM John Nesbitt's Passing Parade series short dramatizes how the work of Dutch physician Christiaan Eijkman, who searched for a cure for beri-beri on the island of Java in the 1890s, led to the discovery of vitamins.
Who directed The Magic Alphabet?
The Magic Alphabet was directed by Jacques Tourneur.
Who stars in The Magic Alphabet?
The principal cast of The Magic Alphabet includes John Nesbitt, Stephen McNally, Dorothy Morris, Emmett Vogan.
When was The Magic Alphabet released and how long is it?
The Magic Alphabet was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 11m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Magic Alphabet?
The Magic Alphabet holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).