The Biscuit Eater
Synopsis
Lonnie and Text are two friends determined, against all odds, to turn a misfit hound into a hero. Tennessee farmer and dog trainer Harve McNeil tells his son Lonnie that his dog, Moreover, is a good-for-nothing 'biscuit eater'.
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Walt Disney Productions - The Biscuit Eater Opening Titles (1972)
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 22, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vincent McEveety
- Screenplay & Story
- James H. Street, Lawrence Edward Watkin
- Original Score
- Robert F. Brunner
- Original Title
- The Biscuit Eater
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vincent McEveety
James H. Street, Lawrence Edward Watkin
Robert F. Brunner
Richard A. Kelley
Ray de Leuw
Bill Anderson
Department Leadership Roster
Vincent McEveety
Director
Bill Anderson
Producer
Lawrence Edward Watkin
Writer
Robert F. Brunner
Original Music Composer
Richard A. Kelley
Director of Photography
Ray de Leuw
Editor
Chuck Keehne
Costume Design
Emily Sundby
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Biscuit Eater
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What is The Biscuit Eater about?
Lonnie and Text are two friends determined, against all odds, to turn a misfit hound into a hero. Tennessee farmer and dog trainer Harve McNeil tells his son Lonnie that his dog, Moreover, is a good-for-nothing 'biscuit eater'.
Who directed The Biscuit Eater?
The Biscuit Eater was directed by Vincent McEveety.
Who stars in The Biscuit Eater?
The principal cast of The Biscuit Eater includes Earl Holliman, Johnny Whitaker, George Spell, Pat Crowley, Lew Ayres.
When was The Biscuit Eater released and how long is it?
The Biscuit Eater was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Biscuit Eater?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Biscuit Eater was composed by Robert F. Brunner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Biscuit Eater?
The Biscuit Eater holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).