
The Universal Story
Richard Dreyfuss hosts a celebration of the 80 year history of Universal Studios. Founded as IMP by Carl Leammle to oppose Edison's Motion Picture Tust, it soon grew under the leadership of 21 year old production head Irving Thalberg with classic silents from artists like John Ford, Erich Von Stroheim, and Lon Chaney and prospered further in the Sound Era under the leadership of Carl Leammle Jr. with such classics as "All Quiet on The Western Front," "Showboat," and the studio's signature monster franchises, "Frankenstein" and "Dracula."
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Universal Story
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 1996-04-21
- Runtime: 120 minutes
- Rating: 7.7/10 (3 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Top Hat Productions, Universal Television
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.8315
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Richard Dreyfuss
as Self

Kirk Douglas
as Self (archive footage)

Michael J. Fox
as Self (archive footage)

Tom Hanks
as Self (archive footage)

Alfred Hitchcock
as Self (archive footage)

Boris Karloff
as Self (archive footage)

Spike Lee
as Self (archive footage)

Steven Spielberg
as Self (archive footage)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Universal Story?▼
The Universal Story is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1996-04-21.
Who are the main actors in The Universal Story?▼
The main cast includes Richard Dreyfuss, Kirk Douglas, Michael J. Fox, Tom Hanks, Alfred Hitchcock, .
Where can I watch The Universal Story online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Universal Story is available.
Is The Universal Story based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Universal Story?▼
The Universal Story has an IMDb rating of 7.7/10 based on 3 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Universal Story?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Universal Story?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Top Hat Productions, Universal Television. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Universal Story filmed?▼
The Universal Story was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Universal Story?▼
The total runtime of The Universal Story is 120 minutes.
Is The Universal Story suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Universal Story?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Universal Story.
Does The Universal Story have a post-credit scene?▼
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