Mars and Beyond
Dec 04, 1957 · 53m
Director
Ward KimballOverview
Directed by renouned animator Ward Kimball, ' Mars and Beyond' is a lighthearted exploration of the history and future of Space Travel as understood back in 1957! Theories from scientists and philosophers are discussed. Focusing on Mars. Ideas from science-fiction authors H.G. Wells and Edgar Rice Burroughs are brought to life with colorful animation. Pulp science fiction comics of the time are parodied. Life on other planets is considered, profiling each of the planets in the solar system from the perspective of what would happen to man on them. A masterpiece of animation and sci-fi that was way ahead of it's time. Ward Kimball was perhaps the most inventive of all Disney animators and probably the only one who admitted to experimenting with psychedelic drugs in the 60's. Also the only animator who Walt Disney ever called a "genius."
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About Mars and Beyond
What is Mars and Beyond about?
Directed by renouned animator Ward Kimball, ' Mars and Beyond' is a lighthearted exploration of the history and future of Space Travel as understood back in 1957! Theories from scientists and philosophers are discussed. Focusing on Mars. Ideas from science-fiction authors H.G. Wells and Edgar Rice Burroughs are brought to life with colorful animation. Pulp science fiction comics of the time are…
When was Mars and Beyond released?
Mars and Beyond was released on December 4, 1957.
Where can I watch Mars and Beyond?
Mars and Beyond is streaming on Disney Plus in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is Mars and Beyond?
Mars and Beyond runs 53 minutes.
Who directed Mars and Beyond?
Mars and Beyond was directed by Ward Kimball.
Who is in the cast of Mars and Beyond?
The cast of Mars and Beyond includes Paul Frees (Narrator), Wernher von Braun (Himself) and Ernst Stuhlinger (Himself).
Is Mars and Beyond on Netflix?
No, Mars and Beyond is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on Disney Plus instead.