About this movie
The untold story of a notorious incident involving Johnny Carson, a lot of toilet paper, and millions of fearful Americans. In 1973, as a dire oil crisis plagued the country, Carson made a joke on "The Tonight Show" about a possible paper shortage. This off-hand remark quickly created an actual paper shortage when viewers went and bought up as much toilet paper as they could get their hands on. Compiled entirely of archival footage, and animated sequences based on contemporaneous news reports, the film explores the power and impact of misinformation in the media.
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How long is The Great Toilet Paper Scare?
The Great Toilet Paper Scare has a runtime of 11m ( and 11 minutes).
Who directed The Great Toilet Paper Scare?
The Great Toilet Paper Scare was directed by Brian Gersten and released in 2020.
What genre is The Great Toilet Paper Scare?
The Great Toilet Paper Scare is a Documentary, Animation film (2020).
Who stars in The Great Toilet Paper Scare?
The cast of The Great Toilet Paper Scare includes Brian Gersten, Arlin Golden, Bernadette McVerry, Johnny Carson.
