The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

1979 ""

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

7 | 1h35m | en | Adventure

This Emmy Award winner for Best Animated Special is based on the first book of C.S. Lewis' acclaimed series, "The Chronicles of Narnia." Four children pass through a mystic portal in a wardrobe and discover the magical kingdom of Narnia, a land of talking animals and mythical creatures. There, an evil witch's spell has cast the land into eternal winter. Fearing that an ancient prophecy is coming to fruition, and that the children are Narnia's rightful rulers, the White Witch tricks their youngest brother into betraying his family, enacting an ancient magic that she can use to halt the fulfillment of the prophecy. Now, only Aslan, noble lion and High King above all kings in Narnia, can help them defeat the witch, restore springtime to Narnia, and claim their rightful places on the throne.

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7 | 1h35m | en | Adventure , Fantasy , Animation | More Info

Released: April. 01,1979 | Released Producted By: Children's Television Workshop , TVC London Country: United States of America Budget: 0 Revenue: 0 Official Website:

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Cast

Victor Spinetti

Director

Alan Shean

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Children's Television Workshop , TVC London

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Rainey Dawn I was 7 when this film came on television so I was able to watch it when it first aired. I recall falling deeply in love with this fantasy story as a child and was given the entire 7 book collection as a gift. Needless to say, I read the entire collection because of my love for this made-for-TV Movie. I do not personally have the books but the are still in the family.This old TV film is a good watch but I will admit that it is not perfect yet it is a good classic TV film for kids and adults alike.If you liked the older animated dramas like "The Hobbit (TV Movie 1977)", "The Black Cauldron", "The Secret of NIMH" or "The Last Unicorn" then you might like this TV movie classic The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe (1979).9/10

dogmobile1 This version is by far the best and most faithful to the original books, including the new one Disney just put out. Though a few things are missing and one or two changed, it is 90% true to the book with a good portion of the dialogue. True, the animation is from the 70s but that makes it even safer for younger kids and I still find it enjoyable. The voice characterizations were incredibly on the money. The witch seemed to come straight off of the pages of the book as did Aslan. The musical score for this production is absolutely beautiful and captures the feeling of Narnia, and should not be overlooked. The scene beginning with the girls following Aslan to the stone table and culminating with his death was portrayed very tastefully yet powerfully. I can never watch it without crying. My children and I have seen all of the versions (including Disney's latest) and this one is by far the favorite. A classic.

madjayofnarnia This cartoon adaptation of CS's work is quality for it's time and stands up rather well, just watched it again. I look forward to the live action films since this story is brilliant and should connect with many children. Even the inner child of many adults!

richard-409 A highly entertaining and original animated film, far from the studio-streamlined products from Disney and the like. The images recall illustrations from 70´s picture books, with simple, exceptional design of characters and settings. I had the fortune to see it at an early age, and was sold on it for life. The music is perfect for the subject, engaging without being intrusive. Kids raised on animated TV-fodder definitely need to see something like this. /Richard Svensson