Tom Thumb
“He's only 5 1/2 inches high, but he's terrific!”
Synopsis
A boy, no bigger than a thumb, manages to outwit two thieves determined to make a fortune from him.
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Tom Thumb - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-06-21
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 22, 1958
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Pal
- Screenplay & Story
- Ladislas Fodor
- Original Score
- Fred Spielman, Douglas Gamley, Ken Jones
- Original Title
- Tom Thumb
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, German
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Galaxy Films Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Pal
Ladislas Fodor, Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm
Fred Spielman, Douglas Gamley, Ken Jones
Georges Périnal
Frank Clarke
George Pal
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Clarke
Editor
Olga Lehmann
Costume Design
George Pal
Producer
George Pal
Director
Ladislas Fodor
Screenplay
Georges Périnal
Director of Photography
Fred Spielman
Original Music Composer
Douglas Gamley
Original Music Composer
Ken Jones
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tom Thumb
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What is Tom Thumb about?
A boy, no bigger than a thumb, manages to outwit two thieves determined to make a fortune from him.
Who directed Tom Thumb?
Tom Thumb was directed by George Pal.
Who stars in Tom Thumb?
The principal cast of Tom Thumb includes Russ Tamblyn, Alan Young, June Thorburn, Terry-Thomas, Peter Sellers.
When was Tom Thumb released and how long is it?
Tom Thumb was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Tom Thumb?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tom Thumb was composed by Fred Spielman, Douglas Gamley, Ken Jones.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tom Thumb?
Tom Thumb holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).