The Misadventures of Merlin Jones
“BRAWN vs. BRAIN”
Synopsis
Merlin Jones, a precocious and intelligent high-school boy, experiments with hypnosis and creates a mind-reading machine. However, his experiments land him in deep trouble with the law.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 25, 1964
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Stevenson
- Screenplay & Story
- Alfred Lewis Levitt
- Original Score
- Buddy Baker
- Original Title
- The Misadventures of Merlin Jones
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Stevenson
Alfred Lewis Levitt, Bill Walsh
Buddy Baker
Edward Colman
Cotton Warburton
Ron Miller
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Stevenson
Director
Alfred Lewis Levitt
Screenplay
Cotton Warburton
Editor
Edward Colman
Director of Photography
Buddy Baker
Original Music Composer
Ron Miller
Producer
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What is The Misadventures of Merlin Jones about?
Merlin Jones, a precocious and intelligent high-school boy, experiments with hypnosis and creates a mind-reading machine. However, his experiments land him in deep trouble with the law.
Who directed The Misadventures of Merlin Jones?
The Misadventures of Merlin Jones was directed by Robert Stevenson.
Who stars in The Misadventures of Merlin Jones?
The principal cast of The Misadventures of Merlin Jones includes Tommy Kirk, Annette Funicello, Leon Ames, Stuart Erwin, Alan Hewitt.
When was The Misadventures of Merlin Jones released and how long is it?
The Misadventures of Merlin Jones was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Misadventures of Merlin Jones?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Misadventures of Merlin Jones was composed by Buddy Baker.