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The Boy Who Turned Yellow
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The Boy Who Turned Yellow

1972-09-16 · 55 min · ★ 5.6

Science Fiction · Family

John and his class visit the Tower of London, where he loses his pet mouse. He falls asleep during a lesson on electricity, but with some help, he learns about it, invades the Tower, and saves his pet.

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Directors
Michael Powell
Production companies
Children's Film Foundation (CFF)
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released
Budget
USD 45,000

Top Cast

Mark DightamJohn
Robert EddisonRobert EddisonNick
Helen WeirMrs Saunders
Brian WorthBrian WorthMr Saunders
Esmond KnightEsmond KnightDoctor
Laurence CarterSchoolteacher
Patrick McAlinneySupreme Beefeater
Lem DobbsLem DobbsMunro
Nigel RathboneSchoolboy (uncredited)

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