The Magic Alphabet(1942)
The Magic Alphabet Synopsis
This MGM John Nesbitt's Passing Parade series short dramatizes how the work of Dutch physician Christiaan Eijkman, who searched for a cure for beri-beri on the island of Java in the 1890s, led to the discovery of vitamins.
The Magic Alphabet (1942) is a drama film directed by Jacques Tourneur, released on October 10, 1942 with a runtime of 11m. It stars John Nesbitt, Stephen McNally, Dorothy Morris and Emmett Vogan. Viewers rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Jacques Tourneur
- Writers:
- Robert Lopez, Robert Lopez
- Producers:
- John Nesbitt
- Cinematographer:
- Alvin Wyckoff
- Production:
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Status:
- Released
The Magic Alphabet Cast & Crew
Main cast
- John Nesbitt
John Nesbitt
as Narrator (voice)
Stephen McNally
as Dr. Christiaan Eijkman
Dorothy Morris
as Secretary (uncredited)
Emmett Vogan
as Scientist (uncredited)
Key crew
Directed by Jacques Tourneur, written by Robert Lopez and Robert Lopez, produced by John Nesbitt.
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The Magic Alphabet Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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The Magic Alphabet – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Magic Alphabet online?
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Who stars in The Magic Alphabet?
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The main cast of The Magic Alphabet (1942) includes John Nesbitt, Stephen McNally, Dorothy Morris and Emmett Vogan. The film was directed by Jacques Tourneur. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Magic Alphabet released?
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The Magic Alphabet was released on October 10, 1942 and runs for 11m.
Is The Magic Alphabet worth watching?
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The Magic Alphabet (1942) holds an average rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.