Magic on a Stick
Synopsis
This MGM Passing Parade series short recounts how English chemist John Walker invented the wooden friction match during the 1820s.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 19, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cy Endfield
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Larson
- Original Score
- Max Terr
- Original Title
- Magic on a Stick
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cy Endfield
Charles Larson
Max Terr
Harold Lipstein
Tom Biggart
John Nesbitt
Department Leadership Roster
Cy Endfield
Director
John Nesbitt
Producer
Charles Larson
Writer
Harold Lipstein
Director of Photography
Tom Biggart
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Magic on a Stick
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Magic on a Stick about?
This MGM Passing Parade series short recounts how English chemist John Walker invented the wooden friction match during the 1820s.
Who directed Magic on a Stick?
Magic on a Stick was directed by Cy Endfield.
Who stars in Magic on a Stick?
The principal cast of Magic on a Stick includes John Nesbitt, Paul Langton, Jacqueline White.
When was Magic on a Stick released and how long is it?
Magic on a Stick was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 10m.
Who composed the musical score for Magic on a Stick?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Magic on a Stick was composed by Max Terr.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Magic on a Stick?
Magic on a Stick holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).