Weather Wizards
Synopsis
Modern meteorology and a hard-working government weather team put their science and organization to work as a cold front moves from Alaska toward the citrus groves of Southern California. First, the scientists predict the storm's course, giving several days' warning to farmers and growers. The growers, typified by the Morgan family, prepare the oil-burning pots throughout their grove. Then, as the temperature dips below freezing, they light the pots. The cold snap continues as oil-supplies dwindle; the smoky air slows traffic, including trucks bringing more oil. The scientists strive to predict how long freezing temperatures will last: can the Morgans hold out?
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 8, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred Zinnemann
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Lees, Frederic I. Rinaldo
- Original Title
- Weather Wizards
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred Zinnemann
Robert Lees, Frederic I. Rinaldo
Robert Pittack
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Lees
Writer
Frederic I. Rinaldo
Writer
Fred Zinnemann
Director
Robert Pittack
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Weather Wizards
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What is Weather Wizards about?
Modern meteorology and a hard-working government weather team put their science and organization to work as a cold front moves from Alaska toward the citrus groves of Southern California. First, the scientists predict the storm's course, giving several days' warning to farmers and growers. The growers, typified by the Morgan family, prepare the oil-burning pots throughout their grove. Then, as the temperature dips below freezing, they light the pots. The cold snap continues as oil-supplies dwindle; the smoky air slows traffic, including trucks bringing more oil. The scientists strive to predict how long freezing temperatures will last: can the Morgans hold out?
Who directed Weather Wizards?
Weather Wizards was directed by Fred Zinnemann.
Who stars in Weather Wizards?
The principal cast of Weather Wizards includes Pete Smith, John Dilson, Bert Moorhouse, Alonzo Price, Ruth Robinson.
When was Weather Wizards released and how long is it?
Weather Wizards was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 10m.