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The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays (1957): Cast

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The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays is a 1957 animated family film directed by Frank Capra and William T. Hurtz, starring Richard Carlson as The Fiction Writer, Mae West and Frank Baxter. It runs 55 minutes.

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The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays (1957) movie poster
Released
Runtime
55 min
Genres
Animation , Family
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays About?

The premise of The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays without spoilers.

In this segment of Frank Capra’s Emmy‑winning “Wonders of Life” series, young viewers are introduced to the energy of gamma rays and other forms of radiation. The film uses explanations and visual examples to illustrate how these powerful particles affect the world around us, making complex science approachable for children.

The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays Themes & Keywords

· 3 tags
  • part live action
  • bell system science series
  • educational
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Cast & crew

The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays Cast & Characters

Richard Carlson leads the cast as The Fiction Writer, with Mae West as Miss Ultraviolet (voice, archive footage) and Frank Baxter as Dr. Research (as Dr. Frank Baxter). Directed by Frank Capra and William T. Hurtz.

From the directors

More from Frank Capra and William T. Hurtz

More films directed by Frank Capra and William T. Hurtz, best-rated first: It's a Wonderful Life, It Happened One Night, Mr. Smith Goes to Washington and Little Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland.

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The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays?

The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays runs 55 minutes.

When was The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays released?

The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays was released on October 25, 1957.

Who directed The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays?

The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays was directed by Frank Capra and William T. Hurtz.

More films by Frank Capra

Who is in the cast of The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays?

The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays stars Richard Carlson as The Fiction Writer, Mae West as Miss Ultraviolet (voice, archive footage) and Frank Baxter as Dr. Research (as Dr. Frank Baxter).

Does The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays have a post-credit scene?

No. The Strange Case of the Cosmic Rays has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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