Television
Originally released in 1939. Television is a documentary film. directed by Frederic Ullman Jr.. At just 9 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring André Baruch
Synopsis
Promotes television sets and the broadcast of New York's first regularly scheduled programs by providing a clinical look at the inner workings of television, including the manufacture of the tubes, lab experiments, and an actual telecast. Shows RCA's production studios in Rockefeller Center, television demonstrations at the 1939–40 New York World's Fair, RCA's Empire State Building transmitter, and remote mobile broadcast units. One of a variety of "Reelisms" shorts produced by Frederic Ullman Jr. and Frank Donovan for RKO in the late 1930s.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 9, 1939
86 years ago
Runtime
0h 9m
9 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Television about?
Promotes television sets and the broadcast of New York's first regularly scheduled programs by providing a clinical look at the inner workings of television, including the manufacture of the tubes,...
Who directed Television?
Television was directed by Frederic Ullman Jr..
How long is Television?
Television has a runtime of 0 hours and 9 minutes (9 minutes total).
When was Television released?
Television was released on May 9, 1939 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Television?
The main cast of Television includes André Baruch.