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The Reluctant Dragon

The Reluctant Dragon (1941)

G 1h 14m 6.6/10 IMDb
AnimationFamilyComedy

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.

Director: Alfred L. Werker, Hamilton Luske

Cast: Robert Benchley, Frances Gifford, Buddy Pepper, Nana Bryant, Claud Allister

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