Adventures of Captain Marvel
“THE MOST POWERFUL MAN IN CARTOONLAND BECOMES THE STRONGEST MAN ON THE SCREEN! All others pale in the light of this human fortress who finds no barrier too great in his amazing fight for justice”
Synopsis
On a scientific expedition to Siam young Billy Batson is given the ability to change himself into the super-powered Captain Marvel by the wizard Shazam, who tells him his powers will last only as long as the Golden Scorpion idol is threatened. Finding the idol, the scientists realize it could be the most powerful weapon in the world and remove the lenses that energize it, distributing them among themselves so that no one would be able to use the idol by himself. Back in the US, Billy Batson, as Captain Marvel, wages a battle against an evil, hooded figure, the Scorpion, who hopes to accumulate all five lenses, thereby gaining control of the super-powerful weapon
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The Adventures of Captain Marvel (1941) 4K Colourised - Full Cliffhanger Serial
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Tom Tyler
Captain Marvel
Frank Coghlan Jr.
Billy Batson
William Benedict
Whitey Murphy
Louise Currie
Betty Wallace
Robert Strange
John Malcolm
Harry Worth
Prof Luther Bentley
Bryant Washburn
Harry Carlyle
Kenne Duncan
Barnett
George Lynn
Prof Dwight Fisher
George Pembroke
Dr. Stephen Lang
Reed Hadley
Rahman Bar
Jack Mulhall
Howell
Nigel De Brulier
Shazam
Tetsu Komai
Chan Lai
Stanley Price
Owens
Gerald Mohr
The Scorpion (Voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 28, 1941
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John English, William Witney
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph F. Poland, Ronald Davidson, Norman S. Hall, Sol Shor, Arch Heath
- Original Score
- Cy Feuer
- Original Title
- Adventures of Captain Marvel
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 36m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John English, William Witney
Joseph F. Poland, Ronald Davidson, Norman S. Hall, Sol Shor, Arch Heath
Cy Feuer
Hiram S. Brown Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
John English
Director
Joseph F. Poland
Screenplay
Ronald Davidson
Screenplay
Norman S. Hall
Screenplay
Hiram S. Brown Jr.
Producer
Sol Shor
Screenplay
Arch Heath
Screenplay
William Witney
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Adventures of Captain Marvel
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What is Adventures of Captain Marvel about?
On a scientific expedition to Siam young Billy Batson is given the ability to change himself into the super-powered Captain Marvel by the wizard Shazam, who tells him his powers will last only as long as the Golden Scorpion idol is threatened. Finding the idol, the scientists realize it could be the most powerful weapon in the world and remove the lenses that energize it, distributing them among themselves so that no one would be able to use the idol by himself. Back in the US, Billy Batson, as Captain Marvel, wages a battle against an evil, hooded figure, the Scorpion, who hopes to accumulate all five lenses, thereby gaining control of the super-powerful weapon
Who directed Adventures of Captain Marvel?
Adventures of Captain Marvel was directed by John English, William Witney.
Who stars in Adventures of Captain Marvel?
The principal cast of Adventures of Captain Marvel includes Tom Tyler, Frank Coghlan Jr., William Benedict, Louise Currie, Robert Strange.
When was Adventures of Captain Marvel released and how long is it?
Adventures of Captain Marvel was released in 1941 with a total runtime of 3h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Adventures of Captain Marvel?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Adventures of Captain Marvel was composed by Cy Feuer.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Adventures of Captain Marvel?
Adventures of Captain Marvel holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.).