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Fantasia (1940)

โ€œThe most sensational sound you'll ever see!โ€

7.4/10 ยท 3,390 votes 2h 4m g FantasyAnimationFamily

#7 of 8 films from 1940 #233 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Wilfred Jackson, David Hand, James Algar ยท Written by Joe Grant, Dick Huemer

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Overview

Walt Disney's timeless masterpiece is an extravaganza of sight and sound! See the music come to life, hear the pictures burst into song and experience the excitement that is Fantasia over and over again.

Cast

Deems Tayloras Narrator - Narrative Introductions
Walt Disneyas Mickey Mouse (segment 'The Sorcerer's Apprentice') (voice)
Julietta Novisas Soloist (segment 'Ave Maria') (singing voice)
Leopold Stokowskias Self - Conductor of The Philadelphia Orchestra

Facts

Release dateNovember 13, 1940
Runtime124 min (2h 4m) โ€” longer as the 1940 average of 113 min
GenresFantasy, Animation, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$2,280,000
Box office$76,411,819 (33.5ร— budget)
IMDbtt0032455

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Questions

How long is Fantasia?
Fantasia runs 124 minutes (2h 4m).
Is Fantasia worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 3,390 votes, which places it #7 of 8 films released in 1940 in this index (top 25%) and #233 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed Fantasia?
Fantasia was directed by Wilfred Jackson, David Hand, James Algar. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Peter Pan (1953), Alice in Wonderland (1951), Lady and the Tramp (1955).
Who stars in Fantasia?
Deems Taylor as Narrator - Narrative Introductions; Walt Disney as Mickey Mouse (segment 'The Sorcerer's Apprentice') (voice); Julietta Novis as Soloist (segment 'Ave Maria') (singing voice); Leopold Stokowski as Self - Conductor of The Philadelphia Orchestra.
What is Fantasia rated?
It carries a g certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Fantasia?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/126910.

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