The Old Mill
"Animals try to stay safe and dry in an old mill."
Originally released in 1937. The Old Mill is a animation/thriller film. directed by Wilfred Jackson. At just 9 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Marie Arbuckle, Jean MacMurray, and Louise Myers
Synopsis
Night in an old mill is dramatically depicted in this Oscar-winning short in which the frightened occupants, including birds, timid mice, owls, and other creatures try to stay safe and dry as a storm approaches. As the thunderstorm worsens, the mill wheel begins to turn and the whole mill threatens to blow apart until at last the storm subsides.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 5, 1937
88 years ago
Runtime
0h 9m
9 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (216 votes)
Budget
$50.7K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Marie Arbuckle
as Singer (voice) (uncredited)
Jean MacMurray
as Crickets (voice) (uncredited)
Louise Myers
as Birds (voice) (uncredited)
Clarence Nash
as Frogs (voice) (uncredited)
Marta Nielsen
as Singer (voice) (uncredited)
Jerry Philipps
as Singer (voice) (uncredited)
Barbara Whitson
as Singer (voice) (uncredited)
Elvia Allman
as Birds / Singer (voice) (uncredited)
Beatrice Hagen
as Singer (voice) (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $50,663
Production Companies
- Walt Disney Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Old Mill about?
Night in an old mill is dramatically depicted in this Oscar-winning short in which the frightened occupants, including birds, timid mice, owls, and other creatures try to stay safe and dry as a sto...
Who directed The Old Mill?
The Old Mill was directed by Wilfred Jackson.
How long is The Old Mill?
The Old Mill has a runtime of 0 hours and 9 minutes (9 minutes total).
When was The Old Mill released?
The Old Mill was released on November 5, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Old Mill?
The main cast of The Old Mill includes Marie Arbuckle, Jean MacMurray, Louise Myers, Clarence Nash, Marta Nielsen.
Is The Old Mill worth watching?
The Old Mill has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 216 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.