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7.0 / 10(4 votes)IMDbNR193911mUnited States of America

The Story of Alfred Nobel

Synopsis

This John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short tells the story of Alfred Nobel, who invented dynamite, and later established the Nobel Prize.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

February 18, 1939

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Joseph M. Newman
Screenplay & Story
Douglas Foster
Original Score
David Snell
Original Title
The Story of Alfred Nobel
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
11m
Production Studios
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Joseph M. Newman

Screenplay & Story

Douglas Foster

Original Score & Music

David Snell

Director of Photography

Paul Vogel

Producers

John Nesbitt

Department Leadership Roster

Joseph M. Newman

Joseph M. Newman

Director

Douglas Foster

Screenplay

John Nesbitt

Producer

Paul Vogel

Director of Photography

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Story of Alfred Nobel.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Story of Alfred Nobel

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Story of Alfred Nobel about?

This John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short tells the story of Alfred Nobel, who invented dynamite, and later established the Nobel Prize.

Who directed The Story of Alfred Nobel?

The Story of Alfred Nobel was directed by Joseph M. Newman.

Who stars in The Story of Alfred Nobel?

The principal cast of The Story of Alfred Nobel includes John Nesbitt, Paul Guilfoyle, Eric Mayne, Eleanor Wesselhoeft.

When was The Story of Alfred Nobel released and how long is it?

The Story of Alfred Nobel was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 11m.

Who composed the musical score for The Story of Alfred Nobel?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Story of Alfred Nobel was composed by David Snell.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Story of Alfred Nobel?

The Story of Alfred Nobel holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).