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Mr. Digit and the Battle of Bubbling Brook

196117mRobert W. Larsen

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Mr. Digit explains the shift to all-number calling in this 1961 film starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce ("Ethel and Albert"). Returning from vacation, the couple learns their old number, "Bubbling Brook 3-2468," is changing to seven digits. Animated tutor Mr. Digit, created by ex-Disney animator Chuck Couch, shows Ethel the new system, why numbers are running out, and future communication services. Ethel discovers the change is not as drastic as she feared and she might even like it.

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What is Mr. Digit and the Battle of Bubbling Brook (1961) about?

Mr. Digit explains the shift to all-number calling in this 1961 film starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce ("Ethel and Albert"). Returning from vacation, the couple learns their old number, "Bubbling Brook 3-2468," is changing to seven digits. Animated tutor Mr. Digit, created by ex-Disney animator Chuck Couch, shows Ethel the new system, why numbers are running out, and future communication…

Who stars in Mr. Digit and the Battle of Bubbling Brook?

Mr. Digit and the Battle of Bubbling Brook stars Howard McNear (Mr. Digit), Peg Lynch (Ethel), Alan Bunce (Albert). The film was directed by Robert W. Larsen.

How long is Mr. Digit and the Battle of Bubbling Brook?

Mr. Digit and the Battle of Bubbling Brook has a runtime of 17 min and premiered in 1961.

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