
The Bit Player
Who would think of a flaming trumpet?
The Bit Player tells the story of an overlooked genius, Claude Shannon (the "Father of Information Theory"), who revolutionized the world, but never lost his childlike curiosity.
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Cast
John Hutton
Claude Shannon

Judith Ivey
Betty Shannon

Kaliswa Brewster
Michelle
Andrew Pastides
Claude Shannon (young man)
Olivia Gilliatt
Norma Levor
V.J. Scarpaci
Claude Shannon (boy)
Toleeya Napolitano
Young girl neighbor

Adam Heller
Psychoanalyst
Cleve Asbury
Bell Labs Engineer
Mark Lyons
Bell Labs Engineer

Randall McNeal
Bell Labs Engineer
Andrew Patrick Nelson
Bell Labs Engineer

Michael Rose
Bell Labs Engineer
Remi Sandri
Bell Labs Engineer

Geoff Schuppert
Bell Labs Engineer
Frequently Asked Questions
▸What is The Bit Player (2019) about?
The Bit Player is a 2019 documentary film with a runtime of 1h 25m. Directed by Mark Levinson. Find cast, ratings, and streaming options on LiveStreamTV.pk.
▸Where can I watch The Bit Player?
The Bit Player may be available on streaming platforms like Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, or others. Check the "Where to Watch" section on this page for current availability in your region.
▸Who directed The Bit Player?
The Bit Player was directed by Mark Levinson.












