Out of the Frying Pan Into the Firing Line
Synopsis
Documentary short film demonstrating the process by which waste fats from the kitchens of American homes can be transformed into the raw materials for explosives for the war effort.
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July 29, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ben Sharpsteen
- Original Title
- Out of the Frying Pan Into the Firing Line
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ben Sharpsteen
Walt Disney
Department Leadership Roster
Ben Sharpsteen
Director
Walt Disney
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Out of the Frying Pan Into the Firing Line about?
Documentary short film demonstrating the process by which waste fats from the kitchens of American homes can be transformed into the raw materials for explosives for the war effort.
Who directed Out of the Frying Pan Into the Firing Line?
Out of the Frying Pan Into the Firing Line was directed by Ben Sharpsteen.
Who stars in Out of the Frying Pan Into the Firing Line?
The principal cast of Out of the Frying Pan Into the Firing Line includes Thelma Boardman.
When was Out of the Frying Pan Into the Firing Line released and how long is it?
Out of the Frying Pan Into the Firing Line was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 3m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Out of the Frying Pan Into the Firing Line?
Out of the Frying Pan Into the Firing Line holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).