The Last Unicorn
"There's magic in believing!"
Originally released in 1982. The Last Unicorn is a fantasy/animation film. directed by Jules Bass.
Starring Mia Farrow, Alan Arkin, and Tammy Grimes
Synopsis
A unicorn learns from a riddle-speaking butterfly that she is supposedly the last of her kind, all the others having been herded away by the monstrous Red Bull. The unicorn sets out to discover the truth behind the butterfly's words. She is eventually joined on her quest by Schmendrick, a second-rate magician, and Molly Grue, a middle-aged woman who dreamed all her life of seeing a unicorn. Their journey leads them far from home, all the way to the castle of King Haggard.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 19, 1982
43 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (568 votes)
Box Office
$6.5M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Directors
Top Cast
Mia Farrow
as Unicorn / Amalthea (voice)
Alan Arkin
as Schmendrick (voice)
Tammy Grimes
as Molly Grue (voice)
Jeff Bridges
as Prince Lir (voice)
Christopher Lee
as King Haggard (voice)
Angela Lansbury
as Mommy Fortuna (voice)
Robert Klein
as The Butterfly (voice)
Keenan Wynn
as Captain Cully / Harpy (voice)
Paul Frees
as Mabruk (voice)
René Auberjonois
as The Skull (voice)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $6,455,530
Production Companies
- Rankin/Bass Productions
- ITC Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Last Unicorn about?
A unicorn learns from a riddle-speaking butterfly that she is supposedly the last of her kind, all the others having been herded away by the monstrous Red Bull. The unicorn sets out to discover the...
Who directed The Last Unicorn?
The Last Unicorn was directed by Jules Bass.
How long is The Last Unicorn?
The Last Unicorn has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was The Last Unicorn released?
The Last Unicorn was released on November 19, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Last Unicorn?
The main cast of The Last Unicorn includes Mia Farrow, Alan Arkin, Tammy Grimes, Jeff Bridges, Christopher Lee.
Is The Last Unicorn worth watching?
The Last Unicorn has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 568 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.