The Dragon Slayer (1956)

The Dragon Slayer (1956) poster

The Dragon Slayer is an animated cartoon in Technicolor., and is the first film of Peanuts director Bill Melendez. It was commissione by Du Pont to explain its security plan to company employees. The story revolves around Sir Evans, a knight of old, who goes forth to battle the menacing dragons. Only through the protection of armor made for him by his trusty squire, D.I.R.P. can he slay the dragons without being singed by their fiery blasts. But knights in legends aren't the only ones to fear dragons. Most of us, like Ed Blevins, hero of this tale, have the modern-day dragons of insecurity to reckon with. But Ed, like Sir Evans, also has the protection of D.I.R.P., in this case the Du Pont Industrial Relations Plans, which are outstanding examples of how a company helps its employees help themselves.

Director: Bill Melendez
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 19 min
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Production: John Sutherland Productions, E. I. du Pont de Nemours
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Bill Melendez
More Films in Genre: Animation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Dragon Slayer about?
The Dragon Slayer is an animated cartoon in Technicolor., and is the first film of Peanuts director Bill Melendez. It was commissione by Du Pont to explain its security plan to company employees. The story revolves around Sir Evans, a knight of old, who goes forth to battle the menacing dragons. Only through the protection of armor made for him by his trusty squire, D.I.R.P. can he slay the dragons without being singed by their fiery blasts. But knights in legends aren't the only ones to fear dragons. Most of us, like Ed Blevins, hero of this tale, have the modern-day dragons of insecurity to reckon with. But Ed, like Sir Evans, also has the protection of D.I.R.P., in this case the Du Pont Industrial Relations Plans, which are outstanding examples of how a company helps its employees help themselves.
Who directed The Dragon Slayer?
The Dragon Slayer was directed by Bill Melendez.
Who stars in The Dragon Slayer?
The Dragon Slayer stars Marvin Miller.
How long is The Dragon Slayer?
The Dragon Slayer has a runtime of 19m (19 minutes).
What genre is The Dragon Slayer?
The Dragon Slayer is a Animation film.
Where was The Dragon Slayer produced?
The Dragon Slayer was produced in United States of America.