The Reluctant Dragon

Name: The Reluctant Dragon
Director: Alfred L. Werker
Genre: Animation, Family, Comedy
Released: 1941-06-19
Duration: 74 min
Cast: Robert Benchley, Frances Gifford, Buddy Pepper, Nana Bryant, Claud Allister

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1941 · 74 min · G · Animation · Family · Comedy · TMDB 6.6/10

Overview

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.

Directed by Alfred L. Werker

Cast

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