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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.
The Reluctant Dragon (1941) is a animation, family, and comedy film directed by Alfred L. Werker. It stars Robert Benchley, Frances Gifford, and Buddy Pepper. The film runs for 1 hour 14 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.6 out of 10 from 166 votes.

Robert Benchley
Robert Benchley

Frances Gifford
Doris
Buddy Pepper
Humphrey

Nana Bryant
Mrs. Benchley

Claud Allister
Sir Giles (segment "The Reluctant Dragon") (voice)

Barnett Parker
Dragon (segment "The Reluctant Dragon") (voice)

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The Reluctant Dragon stars Robert Benchley, Frances Gifford, Buddy Pepper, and Nana Bryant, and was directed by Alfred L. Werker.
The Reluctant Dragon has a runtime of 1 hour 14 minutes.
The Reluctant Dragon was released in 1941.
The Reluctant Dragon is a animation, family, and comedy film.
The Reluctant Dragon holds an average audience score of 6.6 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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