Looking for movie tickets? The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. 1953 Family, Sci-Fi/Fantasy 1 h 28 min English audio CC G The imagination of a nine-year-old boy vividly comes to life in this fun-filled fantasy from Dr. Seuss. 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T | Behind the ScenesA Dr. Seuss adaptation. Synopsis The Wonder Musical of the Future! BUY TICKETS, Get 2x the points pay with World Elite Mastercard®. The evil piano teacher Dr Terwilliker forces 500 young boys to practise playing his huge piano 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. "[1] His influence on set design and choreography is also evident in the film. It was the only feature film written by Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss), who wrote the story, screenplay and lyrics. Cast & Crew Show all . The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. (1953): Review, Trailer, Photos. [2][15] In 2007, a soundtrack CD (ACMEM126CD) was released by Él Records in association with Cherry Red Records. Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! At the time it was released, the film received negative reviews from critics. Rent CAD $4.99. Screen Reader Users: To optimize your experience with your screen reading software, please use our Flixster.com website, which has the same tickets as our Fandango.com and MovieTickets.com websites. Rated the #28 best film of 1953, and #3646 in the greatest all-time movies (according to RYM users). At the Hollywood premiere, patrons walked out after 15 minutes, and box-office receipts were disappointing. In this brightly coloured world his mother (Mary Healy) is a prisoner in mind and body of the dastardly Dr T, while plumber Mr Zabladowski (Peter Lind Hayes) fits as many sinks as are required to house 500 boys in the "institute" being planned and achieve sanitary clearance. "[11] In 2005, Violet Glaze of the Baltimore City Paper called the film "refreshingly tart and defiant for a children's film, its space-age-by-way-of-Caligari world parks right on the delicious side of creepy. The film stars Peter Lind Hayes, Mary Healy, Hans Conried, and Tommy Rettig. Trailer JustWatch. [3], The score was composed by Frederick Hollander with lyrics by Dr. Seuss. : Dr. Seuss's Book of Wonderful Noises! "[12] In 2008, Dennis Schwartz wrote that it was "probably the best children's fantasy film ever made by Hollywood—even if it's rambling. [2] The "preview version" featuring the removed footage is considered lost. Die 5000 Finger des Dr. T. ist eine US-amerikanische Filmkomödie des Regisseurs Roy Rowland aus dem Jahr 1953 nach der gleichnamigen Erzählung von Theodor S. Geisel, der sowohl die Erzählung als auch das Drehbuch unter seinem Künstlernamen Dr. Seuss verfasste.Deutschland-Premiere war am 11. LEARN MORE. [5][16], "The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T (lost original cut of Dr. Seuss film; 1953)", And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street, I Can Lick 30 Tigers Today! The bane of adolescent Bart Collins' existence is the piano lessons he is forced to take under the tutelage of Dr. Terwilliker, the only person he admits he detests because of his dictatorial nature. T is determined to prove that his "Happy Fingers Method" of teaching piano is the best method in the world. Rent £3.49. Once you select Rent you'll have 14 days to start watching the film and 48 hours to finish it. Once you select Rent you'll have 14 days to start watching the film and 48 hours to finish it. Bart's mother has become Terwilliker's hypnotized assistant and bride-to-be, and Bart must dodge the Institute's guards as he scrambles to save his mother and himself. I first rediscovered director Roy Rowland’s 1953 film The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T years ago, tracking it down based on vague recollections from childhood. Only a young boy named B… It was then re-released in 1995, as part of the Columbia Tristar family collection. It was the only feature film written by Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss), who wrote the story, screenplay and lyrics. Earn points. It became available on DVD in 2001 by Columbia Tristar Home Entertainment. Articles from the Notebook. The movie ends on a hopeful note for Bart, when Mr. Zabladowski notices Heloise and offers to drive her to town in his jeep. Collect bonus rewards from our many partners, including AMC, Stubs, Cinemark Connections, Regal Crown Club when you link accounts. Peter Lind Hayes. Sign up for a FANALERT® to find out when tickets are available in your area. Bartholomew's only hope is convincing plumber August Zabladowski (Peter Lind Hayes) to help him, instead of installing … In the dream, Bart is trapped at the surreal Terwilliker Institute, where the piano teacher is a madman dictator who has imprisoned non-piano-playing musicians. Cast Peter Lind Hayes August Zabladowski Mary Healy Mrs. Collins Hans Conried Dr. Terwilliker Tommy Rettig Bart Collins John Heasley Uncle Whitney Robert Heasley Uncle Judson Noel Cravat Sgt. In it, young Bartholomew Collins (Tommy Rettig) finds himself and his hypnotized mother (Mary Healy) trapped in the piano-playing Institute of the maniacal Dr. Terwilliker (Hans Conried), a villain who doesn't just chew Seuss's marvelous scenery, but engages in an epic multicourse banquet. Young Bart Collins, lulled to sleep by the monotony of his piano lessons, dreams of a castle ruled by his piano teacher, the eccentric Dr. Teriwillike… View The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. (1953) photos, movie images, film stills and cast and crew photos on Fandango. "[1], Prior to release, a "preview version" was received poorly by a test audience. [1] Geisel followed it up with a 1200-page script, with "themes of world dominance and oppression coming out of World War II. A young boy who detests taking piano lessons, Bart Collins (Tommy Rettig) has developed a deep suspicion of his strict instructor, Dr. Terwilliker (Hans Conried). The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. 1953 Family, Sci-Fi/Fantasy 1 h 28 min English audio CC PG The imagination of a nine-year-old boy vividly comes to life in this fun-filled fantasy from Dr. Seuss. Get a $5 reward for a movie on us. movie theaters are playing The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. near you. Young Bart Collins (Tommy Rettig) lives with his widowed mother Heloise (Mary Healy). Tommy Rettig Cast. In 2001, Glenn Erickson wrote that the film was "another flop that has since gained the reputation of an artsy classic - a real cult film. I remembered a very strange and very dreamlike movie, and, upon watching it again, I found my remembrances confirmed. The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. 1953 Directed by Roy Rowland. The bane of Bart's existence is the hated piano lessons he endures under the tutelage of the autocratic Dr. Terwilliker (Hans Conried). The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. is a 1953 American musical fantasy film about a boy who dreams himself into a fantasy world ruled by a diabolical piano teacher enslaving children to practice piano forever. 1 hr 28 min. Beautiful Disasters: "The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T" The first in a series of articles on films that didn’t turn out exactly as they were intended. A documentary I started on "The 5000 Fingers of Dr. T." I did 2 interviews and rough cut the interview with Tony Butala, the singing voice of Tommy Rettig. ... August Zabladowski. Mr. Brown Can Moo! Once you select Rent you'll have 14 days to start watching the film and 48 hours to finish it. SD HD HD selected. Starring Hans Conreid. Buy £7.99. Rack up 500 points and you'll score a $5 reward for more movies. In the wake of the success of Gerald McBoing-Boing, Geisel submitted a live-action storyline for The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. in 1951. This prompted heavy cuts from the studio and a week of reshoots included a new opening scene. It featured the Gerald McBoing-Boing short, Gerald McBoing-Boing’s Symphony, as a bonus feature. Franz Planer Cinematography. Mary Healy. Columbia Pictures released the film a second time in 1958 with the whole elevator scene cut, under the title Crazy Music. "[10] Later critics were more enthusiastic. The removed songs still survive with the complete musical soundtrack. Rent NZ$5.99. August 1986 im deutschen Fernsehen. Of the original 20 musical numbers filmed in their entirety, 9 were removed. He tries to recruit Mr. Zabladowski, who was hired to install the Institute's lavatories ahead of a vital inspection, but only after skepticism and foot-dragging is Zabladowski convinced to help. ... Heloise Collins. Earn 125 points on every ticket you buy. Bart escapes from the piano and runs down the street to play, with his dog Sport joyfully capering at his heels. A young boy who detests taking piano lessons, Bart Collins (Tommy Rettig) has developed a deep suspicion of his strict instructor, Dr. Terwilliker (Ha… The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. 1953 Family, Sci-Fi/Fantasy 1 h 28 min English audio CC G The imagination of a nine-year-old boy vividly comes to life in this fun-filled fantasy from Dr. Seuss. Buy NZ$11.99. The 5000 Fingers of Dr. T. Directed by: Roy Rowland. The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. Where to watch. Enter your location to see which "[1] Geisel relocated from La Jolla, California, to Los Angeles during filming to "enable him to be more involved in the production. What to Watch on FandangoNOW: ‘News of the World,’ ‘Promising Young Woman,’ ‘Synchronic’ and More, This Week in Movie News: Chris Evans Returning as Captain America, Ben Affleck Directing ‘Keeper of the Lost Cities’ and More, G, Sony then re-released the DVD in 2008 as part of the Stanley Kramer collection. [9] He even stated after the film "Hollywood is not suited for me and I am not suited for it". If it had been a success, with my prominent part in the title role, it would have changed my life. [14], The music that was composed for the film, including material that was not used in the extant copies of the film itself, was released as a set of 3 CDs in 2010. The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. is a 1953 American musical fantasy film about a boy who dreams himself into a fantasy world ruled by a diabolical piano teacher enslaving children to practice piano forever. In 2002, Peter Bradshaw said the film "has charm, a riotous imagination, and some very weird dream-like sets by production designer Rudolph Sternad and art director Cary Odell"; it's "surreal, disturbing, strong meat for young stomachs. It was directed by Roy Rowland, with many uncredited takes directed by producer Stanley Kramer. The home media releases of the film have spawned many new reviews. It was directed by Roy Rowland, with many uncredited takes directed by producer Stanley Kramer. Hans Conried's villainous Dr. T is one of the best assets of the film. this [film] is not only abstruse in its symbols and in its vast elaboration of reveries but [is] also dismally lacking in the humor or the enchantment such an item should contain. The film stars Peter Lind Hayes, Mary Healy, Hans Conried, and Tommy Rettig. Hans Conried Cast. [7] Bosley Crowther called the film "strange and confused" and said:[8]. Cast (in credits order) verified as complete. Watch The 5,000 Fingers Of Dr. T. movie trailer and get the latest cast info, photos, movie review and more on TVGuide.com. Get your swag on with discounted movies to stream at home, exclusive movie gear, access to advanced screenings and discounts galore. when you spend $25 on participating products. Once you select Rent you'll have 14 days to start watching the film and 48 hours to finish it. Hans Conried. Allan Scott Screenplay. "[13], The film was released by RCA/Columbia Pictures Home Video in 1991. Having banished all other musical instruments to the dungeon, Dr. T lures 500 reluctant little boys to perform in a colossal concert on the grandest grand piano ever built. Bring the kids, especially the smart ones. Young Bart Collins lives with his widowed mother Heloise. Buy AU$14.99. Peter Lind Hayes and Mary Healy are seen as Mr. Zabladowski, and Mrs. Collins. Bart feels that his mother has fallen under Terwilliker's influence, and gripes to their plumber, August Zabladowski (Peter Lind Hayes), without result. The enslaved boys run riot, and the "atomic" noise-sucker explodes in spectacular fashion, bringing Bart out from his dream. Can You? But it's not very good. The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. 1953 Family, Sci-Fi/Fantasy 1 h 28 min English audio CC PG The imagination of a nine-year-old boy vividly comes to life in this fun-filled fantasy from Dr. Seuss. Finally, it was released as a region 1 Blu-Ray and DVD in 2016 by Mill Creek Entertainment, under licence from Sony. Geisel regarded the film as a "debaculous fiasco" and omitted mention of it in his official biography. The 5000 Fingers of Dr. T is a musical from 1953 written by popular children's author Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss). and Other Stories. He built a piano so large that it requires Bart and 499 other boys (hence, 5,000 fingers) to play it. SD HD HD selected. SD HD HD selected. The major blight on Bart's existence is the hated piano lessons he is forced to endure under the tutelage of the autocratic Dr. Terwilliker. The singing voice of Tommy Rettig was dubbed by Tony Butala,[4] the founder of The Lettermen. Fandango helps you go back to the movies with confidence and peace of mind. Mary Healy Cast. Starring: Tommy Rettig, Hans Conried, Mary Healy, Peter Lind Hayes. The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. is a film directed by Roy Rowland with Peter Lind Hayes, Mary Healy, Hans Conried, Tommy Rettig, John Heasley .... Year: 1953. It earned an Oscar nomination for "Best Scoring of a Musical Picture".[1]. Rent AU$4.99. The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! Complete credited cast: Peter Lind Hayes ... August Zabladowski: Mary Healy ... Heloise Collins: Hans Conried ... Dr. Terwilliker: Tommy Rettig ... Bartholomew Collins: Jack Heasley ... Uncle Whitney (as John Heasley) Robert Heasley ... Uncle Judson: Noel Cravat ... Sgt. SD HD HD selected. Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! "The 5000 Fingers of Dr. T" is rarely seen these days, but it's worth a viewing for the sheer pleasure of the … The two construct a noise-sucking contraption which ruins the mega-piano's opening concert. We know life happens, so if something comes up, you can return or exchange your tickets up until the posted showtime. Peter Lind Hayes Cast. Movie Info. Roy Rowland Director. Dr. Seuss: How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Genres: Musical, Fantasy, Children's, Surrealism. While hammering at his lessons, Bart dozes off and enters a musical dream. The Musical, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=The_5,000_Fingers_of_Dr._T.&oldid=996939381, Articles containing potentially dated statements from February 2017, All articles containing potentially dated statements, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, Opening Credits / Butterfly Ballet — Dream Sequence, Piano Concerto (Ten Happy Fingers variation), This page was last edited on 29 December 2020, at 07:34. The 5000 Fingers of Dr. T is a musical from 1953 written by popular children's author Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss). Horton and the Kwuggerbug and More Lost Stories. Hans Conried was enthusiastic about the role, saying in retrospect, "I had never had any such part before, never have since and probably never will again. 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