
Part of the Harold and the Purple Crayon Collection
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January 1, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gene Deitch
- Screenplay & Story
- Crockett Johnson
- Original Title
- A Picture For Harold's Room
- Country of Origin
- Czechoslovakia, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 6m
- Production Studios
- Weston Woods Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gene Deitch
Crockett Johnson
Morton Schindel
Department Leadership Roster
Gene Deitch
Director
Morton Schindel
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Picture For Harold's Room
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Picture For Harold's Room about?
With his purple crayon, Harold draws a picture for his room - and then becomes part of it.
Who directed A Picture For Harold's Room?
A Picture For Harold's Room was directed by Gene Deitch.
Who stars in A Picture For Harold's Room?
The principal cast of A Picture For Harold's Room includes Charles Cioffi.
When was A Picture For Harold's Room released and how long is it?
A Picture For Harold's Room was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 6m.
Is A Picture For Harold's Room based on a book or true story?
A Picture For Harold's Room is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Crockett Johnson".

