The Future Is Now
Synopsis
This short goes inside government research laboratories to showcase some of the products that will be used in the near future. Some are for general use, such as computerized assembly lines, nuclear energy and solar powered batteries, and industrial uses for television. Others are consumer products, including video telephones, videotape to make instant home movies, irradiated food, and fully automated kitchens.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 9, 1955
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Larry O'Reilly
- Screenplay & Story
- Burton Benjamin
- Original Score
- Herman Fuchs
- Original Title
- The Future Is Now
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Larry O'Reilly
Burton Benjamin
Herman Fuchs
Larry O'Reilly
Robert C. Jacques
Jay Bonafield
Department Leadership Roster
Larry O'Reilly
Director
Burton Benjamin
Writer
Jay Bonafield
Producer
Robert C. Jacques
Editor
Larry O'Reilly
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Future Is Now
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What is The Future Is Now about?
This short goes inside government research laboratories to showcase some of the products that will be used in the near future. Some are for general use, such as computerized assembly lines, nuclear energy and solar powered batteries, and industrial uses for television. Others are consumer products, including video telephones, videotape to make instant home movies, irradiated food, and fully automated kitchens.
Who directed The Future Is Now?
The Future Is Now was directed by Larry O'Reilly.
Who stars in The Future Is Now?
The principal cast of The Future Is Now includes Dwight Weist.
When was The Future Is Now released and how long is it?
The Future Is Now was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 15m.
Who composed the musical score for The Future Is Now?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Future Is Now was composed by Herman Fuchs.