Alex in Wonderland
Synopsis
In this Warner Bros. short film, Alex visits his sister Belinda and her husband Fred. It looks like Alex is going to be around for a while, much to Fred's displeasure. Alex in is New York to look for a job and he sees an ad for a champagne salesman. He decides to crash a swank party given by railroad tycoon J.D. Swinnerton and his wife. Alex has his own zany way of getting an introduction to the man. Mayhem ensues when several of the guests come as Robin Hood and one of them is a jewel thief.
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Walter Catlett
Fred
Eddie Foy Jr.
Alex Scarpio
Jane Gilbert
Melinda Swinnerton
Esther Howard
Blanche - Fred's Wife
Andrew Tombes
Mr. J.D. Swinnerton
Georgia Caine
Mrs. J.D. Swinnerton
John Berkes
Man with pie
Eddy Chandler
Policeman
Joe Devlin
Mushy
Helen Dickson
Pie Recipient
Stuart Holmes
Husband
Frank McHugh
Narrator (voice)
Cliff Saum
Policeman
Charles Sullivan
Court Bailiff
Leo White
Pie Hurling Chef
Jack Wise
Count Clerk
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 9, 1940
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Reisner
- Screenplay & Story
- H.C. Witwer, Owen Crump
- Original Score
- Howard Jackson
- Original Title
- Alex in Wonderland
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Reisner
H.C. Witwer, Owen Crump
Howard Jackson
Sidney Hickox
Everett Dodd
Department Leadership Roster
H.C. Witwer
Writer
Everett Dodd
Editor
Charles Reisner
Director
Owen Crump
Writer
Milo Anderson
Costume Design
Sidney Hickox
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alex in Wonderland
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Alex in Wonderland about?
In this Warner Bros. short film, Alex visits his sister Belinda and her husband Fred. It looks like Alex is going to be around for a while, much to Fred's displeasure. Alex in is New York to look for a job and he sees an ad for a champagne salesman. He decides to crash a swank party given by railroad tycoon J.D. Swinnerton and his wife. Alex has his own zany way of getting an introduction to the man. Mayhem ensues when several of the guests come as Robin Hood and one of them is a jewel thief.
Who directed Alex in Wonderland?
Alex in Wonderland was directed by Charles Reisner.
Who stars in Alex in Wonderland?
The principal cast of Alex in Wonderland includes Walter Catlett, Eddie Foy Jr., Jane Gilbert, Esther Howard, Andrew Tombes.
When was Alex in Wonderland released and how long is it?
Alex in Wonderland was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 13m.
Who composed the musical score for Alex in Wonderland?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Alex in Wonderland was composed by Howard Jackson.