The Dancing Pumpkin
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Synopsis
One magical night, four children discover that the jack-o-lantern on their doorstep is alive and a brilliant tap dancer. The children befriend the charismatic pumpkin, and set out on a thrilling adventure to stop the evil ogre, Finkgrinder, from his mission to hurt people. Giant Royal Thunderbelly pumpkins, weighing over five hundred pounds, carry the children to the ogre's castle. Along the way, they are menaced by witches and helped by two comical skeletons named Helgi and Finbogi. In a dramatic finale, the Dancing Pumpkin and his friends succeed in foiling Finkgrinder's plans. Packed with adventure, thrills, and unforgettable characters, this award-winning production will entertain the entire family!
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 26, 2000
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Polito
- Screenplay & Story
- Howard Butcher
- Original Score
- Christopher Orazi
- Original Title
- The Dancing Pumpkin
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Silver Hammer Studios, Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Polito
Howard Butcher
Christopher Orazi
Eric Pearson
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Polito
Director
Howard Butcher
Writer
Eric Pearson
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dancing Pumpkin
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What is The Dancing Pumpkin about?
One magical night, four children discover that the jack-o-lantern on their doorstep is alive and a brilliant tap dancer. The children befriend the charismatic pumpkin, and set out on a thrilling adventure to stop the evil ogre, Finkgrinder, from his mission to hurt people. Giant Royal Thunderbelly pumpkins, weighing over five hundred pounds, carry the children to the ogre's castle. Along the way, they are menaced by witches and helped by two comical skeletons named Helgi and Finbogi. In a dramatic finale, the Dancing Pumpkin and his friends succeed in foiling Finkgrinder's plans. Packed with adventure, thrills, and unforgettable characters, this award-winning production will entertain the entire family!
Who directed The Dancing Pumpkin?
The Dancing Pumpkin was directed by Jack Polito.
Who stars in The Dancing Pumpkin?
The principal cast of The Dancing Pumpkin includes Jon Polito, Joseph Reo, Louis Klapper, Lisa Tafel, Emily Chea.
When was The Dancing Pumpkin released and how long is it?
The Dancing Pumpkin was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 50m.
Who composed the musical score for The Dancing Pumpkin?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Dancing Pumpkin was composed by Christopher Orazi.