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The Reluctant Dragon

Humorist Robert Benchley learns about the animation process at Walt Disney Studios while trying to find the great man himself to pitch him the idea of making a cartoon about a shy dragon.

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.

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Info about The Reluctant Dragon

Studio(s): Walt Disney Productions

Originally Released: United States, Jun 19, 1941

Production Country: United States

Budget: $600.00

Genres:Animation, Comedy, Family