The Universal Story
Synopsis
Richard Dreyfuss hosts a celebration of the 80 year history of Universal Studios. Founded as IMP by Carl Leammle to oppose Edison's Motion Picture Tust, it soon grew under the leadership of 21 year old production head Irving Thalberg with classic silents from artists like John Ford, Erich Von Stroheim, and Lon Chaney and prospered further in the Sound Era under the leadership of Carl Leammle Jr. with such classics as "All Quiet on The Western Front," "Showboat," and the studio's signature monster franchises, "Frankenstein" and "Dracula."
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Heeley
- Screenplay & Story
- David Heeley, Joan Kramer
- Original Score
- Michael A. Levine
- Original Title
- The Universal Story
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Top Hat Productions, Universal Television, Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Heeley
David Heeley, Joan Kramer
Michael A. Levine
Scott P. Doniger
David Heeley, Joan Kramer
Department Leadership Roster
David Heeley
Producer
David Heeley
Writer
David Heeley
Director
Scott P. Doniger
Editor
Joan Kramer
Producer
Joan Kramer
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Universal Story
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What is The Universal Story about?
Richard Dreyfuss hosts a celebration of the 80 year history of Universal Studios. Founded as IMP by Carl Leammle to oppose Edison's Motion Picture Tust, it soon grew under the leadership of 21 year old production head Irving Thalberg with classic silents from artists like John Ford, Erich Von Stroheim, and Lon Chaney and prospered further in the Sound Era under the leadership of Carl Leammle Jr. with such classics as "All Quiet on The Western Front," "Showboat," and the studio's signature monster franchises, "Frankenstein" and "Dracula."
Who directed The Universal Story?
The Universal Story was directed by David Heeley.
Who stars in The Universal Story?
The principal cast of The Universal Story includes Richard Dreyfuss, Kirk Douglas, Michael J. Fox, Tom Hanks, Alfred Hitchcock.
When was The Universal Story released and how long is it?
The Universal Story was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for The Universal Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Universal Story was composed by Michael A. Levine.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Universal Story?
The Universal Story holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).