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The Incredible Book Escape
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The Incredible Book Escape

1980-06-03 · 60 min · ★ 7.0

Animation · Adventure

After a young girl gets locked in after hours at a Los Angeles public library, several book characters come to life and try to help her find a way out.

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Directors
Sam Weiss, Seth Pinsker
Production companies
Bosustow Entertainment, CBS
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Quinn CummingsQuinn CummingsP.J.
Ruth BuzziRuth BuzziMrs. Page (voice)
Penelope SudrowPenelope SudrowMyra (voice)
George GobelGeorge GobelGhost (voice)
Tammy GrimesTammy GrimesPrincess (voice)
Arte JohnsonArte JohnsonKing / Dragon / Lord Garp / Prince (voice)
Hans ConriedHans ConriedProfessor Mickimecki (voice)
Sparky MarcusSparky MarcusMelvin Spitznagle (voice)
June ForayJune ForayMrs. Spitznagle (voice)
Jack AngelJack AngelMr. Spitznagle (voice)

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