Magoo Makes News
Synopsis
Mr. Magoo misreads a newspaper flyer thinking it is a letter from his power company saying they are shutting off his power. Outraged, Magoo heads for the power company intent on giving them a piece of his mind. However, instead of going to the power company, he goes to a newspaper printing officer by mistake getting tangled up in the machinery all the while thinking he is being given "the bum's rush". He returns to his house with the power back on thinking he has won. But the next day, he doesn't like the paper's editorial and heads to the newspaper office wanting to give them a piece of his mind!
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 15, 1955
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pete Burness
- Screenplay & Story
- Dick Shaw
- Original Score
- Dennis Farnon
- Original Title
- Magoo Makes News
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 6m
- Production Studios
- United Productions of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pete Burness
Dick Shaw
Dennis Farnon
Stephen Bosustow
Department Leadership Roster
Pete Burness
Director
Robert Dranko
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Magoo Makes News
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Magoo Makes News about?
Mr. Magoo misreads a newspaper flyer thinking it is a letter from his power company saying they are shutting off his power. Outraged, Magoo heads for the power company intent on giving them a piece of his mind. However, instead of going to the power company, he goes to a newspaper printing officer by mistake getting tangled up in the machinery all the while thinking he is being given "the bum's rush". He returns to his house with the power back on thinking he has won. But the next day, he doesn't like the paper's editorial and heads to the newspaper office wanting to give them a piece of his mind!
Who directed Magoo Makes News?
Magoo Makes News was directed by Pete Burness.
Who stars in Magoo Makes News?
The principal cast of Magoo Makes News includes Jim Backus, Jerry Hausner.
When was Magoo Makes News released and how long is it?
Magoo Makes News was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 6m.
Who composed the musical score for Magoo Makes News?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Magoo Makes News was composed by Dennis Farnon.