The Magnetic Telescope
1942, English. Directed by Dave Fleischer.
When police interfere with a reckless scientist's experiment, it creates a deadly meteor shower only Superman can stop.
- Runtime
- 0h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 49 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Magnetic Telescope
The Magnetic Telescope isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 24 April 1942
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Dan Gordon, Carl Meyer
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What The Magnetic Telescope is based on
The Magnetic Telescope is based on Superman, a comics character by Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel.
Comics character
Superman
By Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel
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The Magnetic Telescope: quick answers
Is The Magnetic Telescope worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 49 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Magnetic Telescope?
The Magnetic Telescope runs 8 minutes (0h 8m).
Does The Magnetic Telescope have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Magnetic Telescope. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Magnetic Telescope parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Magnetic Telescope yet.
Which OTT platform is The Magnetic Telescope on?
The Magnetic Telescope isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Magnetic Telescope?
If you liked The Magnetic Telescope, try Superman: The Last Son of Krypton, Terror on the Midway, The Bulleteers.
Who directed The Magnetic Telescope?
The Magnetic Telescope (1942) was directed by Dave Fleischer and stars Bud Collyer, Joan Alexander, Julian Noa.
What is The Magnetic Telescope based on?
The Magnetic Telescope is based on Superman, a comics character by Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel.