J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit
Synopsis
This short film is the first film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's 1937 novel, The Hobbit. The film is a considered an "ashcan copy" as it was made quickly and cheaply by the producer to keep the rights to to the material.
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The HOBBIT 1966
Type: Featurette • Published 2012-01-25
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June 30, 1967
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gene Deitch
- Screenplay & Story
- J. R. R. Tolkien, Gene Deitch
- Original Score
- Václav Lídl
- Original Title
- J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit
- Country of Origin
- Czechoslovakia, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 12m
- Production Studios
- Rembrandt Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gene Deitch
J. R. R. Tolkien, Gene Deitch
Václav Lídl
William L. Snyder
Department Leadership Roster
Václav Lídl
Original Music Composer
William L. Snyder
Producer
Adolf Born
Production Design
Gene Deitch
Writer
Gene Deitch
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit
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What is J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit about?
This short film is the first film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's 1937 novel, The Hobbit. The film is a considered an "ashcan copy" as it was made quickly and cheaply by the producer to keep the rights to to the material.
Who directed J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit?
J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit was directed by Gene Deitch.
Who stars in J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit?
The principal cast of J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit includes Herbert Lass.
When was J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit released and how long is it?
J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 12m.
Who composed the musical score for J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit?
The original motion picture soundtrack for J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit was composed by Václav Lídl.
Is J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit based on a book or true story?
J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "J. R. R. Tolkien".