Howdy Doody and His Magic Hat

Overview

A UPA adaptation of the television series (1947-1960) dummy-cowboy, Howdy Doody. Filmed in both 35 and 16mm (for immediate television use in the event theatre exhibitors balked at showcasing a television character,) the plot has Howdy Doody in quest of a magic cowboy hat that will make him invincible. Filled with predominant variations of colors and designs and abstract-color designs as Howdy chases the elusive hat. Finally capturing it, he uses the hat's magical powers to become a rodeo star.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

January 13, 1954

Original language

English

Countries

United States of America

Production

United Productions of America

Director

Gene Deitch

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt1164589