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The Reluctant Dragon
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The Reluctant Dragon

Thu, Jun 19, 1941
  • Animation
  • Family
  • Comedy
Film · Synopsis

Synopsis

Humorist Robert Benchley attempts to find Walt Disney to ask him to adapt a short story about a gentle dragon who would rather recite poetry than be ferocious. Along the way, he is given a tour of Walt Disney Studios, and learns about the animation process.

Trailer

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Release windows

When & where

US
  • In CinemasFri, Jun 20, 1941
GB
  • In CinemasThu, Jun 19, 1941
FR
  • In CinemasMon, Apr 15, 1946
JP
  • In CinemasWed, Mar 21, 1956
Where to watch

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Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • Robert Benchley
    Robert Benchley
    as Robert Benchley
  • Frances Gifford
    Frances Gifford
    as Doris
  • B
    Buddy Pepper
    as Humphrey
  • Nana Bryant
    Nana Bryant
    as Mrs. Benchley
  • Claud Allister
    Claud Allister
    as Sir Giles (segment "The Reluctant Dragon") (voice)
  • Barnett Parker
    Barnett Parker
    as Dragon (segment "The Reluctant Dragon") (voice)
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