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The Dark Crystal (1982)

Another world, another time... in the age of wonder.

★ 7.2/10 TMDBPG1h 33mAdventureFamilyFantasy
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Overview

On another planet in the distant past, a Gelfling embarks on a quest to find the missing shard of a magical crystal and restore order to his world, before the grotesque race of Skeksis find and use the crystal for evil.

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The Dark Crystal Cast

  • Jim Henson

    Jim Henson

    as Jen / High Priest, Ritual Master

  • Kathryn Mullen

    Kathryn Mullen

    as Kira, a Gelfling

  • Frank Oz

    Frank Oz

    as Aughra, a Keeper of Secrets / Chamberlain

  • Dave Goelz

    Dave Goelz

    as Fizzgig, a Friendly Monster / General, Garthim Master

  • Steve Whitmire

    Steve Whitmire

    as Scientist (voice)

  • Louise Gold

    Louise Gold

    as Gourmand

  • Brian Meehl

    Brian Meehl

    as Ornamentalist / Urzah / Dying Master

  • Stephen Garlick

    Stephen Garlick

    as Jen (voice)

  • Lisa Maxwell

    Lisa Maxwell

    as Kira (voice)

  • Billie Whitelaw

    Billie Whitelaw

    as Aughra (voice)

  • P

    Percy Edwards

    as Fizzgig (voice)

  • Barry Dennen

    Barry Dennen

    as Chamberlain / Podling (voice)

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Where can I watch The Dark Crystal?

The Dark Crystal is streaming on fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Night Flight Plus, Peacock Premium Plus, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel in the US.

When was The Dark Crystal released?

The Dark Crystal came out on December 17, 1982.

Is The Dark Crystal worth watching?

The Dark Crystal holds a 7.2/10 average from 1,334 TMDB user ratings. Viewers generally enjoy it, especially fans of the genre.

How long is The Dark Crystal?

The Dark Crystal runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).

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