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6.5 / 10(30 votes)IMDbNR19427mUnited States of America

The Sleepwalker

Synopsis

Pluto has a tussle over a bone with a female dachsaund named Dinah unaware that he is actually giving her the bone whenever he walks in his sleep and presents it to her. However, each time he awakens, he angrily demands it back until he discovers Dinah's puppies at which point he feels bad and offers up his entire collection of bones to Dinah's family as well as his doghouse.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

July 3, 1942

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Clyde Geronimi
Original Score
Leigh Harline
Original Title
The Sleepwalker
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
7m
Production Studios
Walt Disney Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Clyde Geronimi

Original Score & Music

Leigh Harline

Producers

Walt Disney

Department Leadership Roster

Clyde Geronimi

Clyde Geronimi

Director

Leigh Harline

Leigh Harline

Original Music Composer

Walt Disney

Walt Disney

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Sleepwalker.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sleepwalker

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Sleepwalker about?

Pluto has a tussle over a bone with a female dachsaund named Dinah unaware that he is actually giving her the bone whenever he walks in his sleep and presents it to her. However, each time he awakens, he angrily demands it back until he discovers Dinah's puppies at which point he feels bad and offers up his entire collection of bones to Dinah's family as well as his doghouse.

Who directed The Sleepwalker?

The Sleepwalker was directed by Clyde Geronimi.

Who stars in The Sleepwalker?

The principal cast of The Sleepwalker includes Pinto Colvig.

When was The Sleepwalker released and how long is it?

The Sleepwalker was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 7m.

Who composed the musical score for The Sleepwalker?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Sleepwalker was composed by Leigh Harline.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Sleepwalker?

The Sleepwalker holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).