The Boy Who Turned Yellow
"When John meets an alien who feeds on electricity, things start to go wrong"
Originally released in 1972. The Boy Who Turned Yellow is a family/science fiction film. directed by Michael Powell. At just 55 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mark Dightam, Robert Eddison, and Helen Weir
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 16, 1972
53 years ago
Runtime
0h 55m
55 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (11 votes)
Budget
$45K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $45,000
Production Companies
- Children's Film Foundation (CFF)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Boy Who Turned Yellow about?
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 ...
Who directed The Boy Who Turned Yellow?
The Boy Who Turned Yellow was directed by Michael Powell.
How long is The Boy Who Turned Yellow?
The Boy Who Turned Yellow has a runtime of 0 hours and 55 minutes (55 minutes total).
When was The Boy Who Turned Yellow released?
The Boy Who Turned Yellow was released on September 16, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Boy Who Turned Yellow?
The main cast of The Boy Who Turned Yellow includes Mark Dightam, Robert Eddison, Helen Weir, Brian Worth, Esmond Knight.