On another planet in the distant past, a Gelfling embarks on a quest to find the missing shard of a magical crystal, and to restore order to his world.On another planet in the distant past, a Gelfling embarks on a quest to find the missing shard of a magical crystal, and to restore order to his world.On another planet in the distant past, a Gelfling embarks on a quest to find the missing shard of a magical crystal, and to restore order to his world.
- Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award
- 2 wins & 5 nominations total
Brian Meehl
- Ornamentalist (performer and voice)
- (as Brian Muehl)
- …
Jean-Pierre Amiel
- Mystic Weaver (performer)
- (as Jean Pierre Amiel)
Simon J. Williamson
- Mystic Chanter (performer)
- (as Simon Williamson)
David Greenaway
- Mystic Healer (performer)
- (as Dave Greenaway)
- Directors
- Writers
- All cast & crew
- Production, box office & more at IMDbPro
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaJim Henson's plan with this movie was to get back to the darkness of original Brothers Grimm fairy tales. He felt that children liked the idea of being scared and that this was a healthy emotion for them with which to deal.
- GoofsThe Gelfling puppets have three fingers and one thumb on each hand. When Kira and Jen make their way into the castle via a mouth-like entrance, Kira's right hand has five fingers in the long shot (actors, not puppets, were used for long shots of the Gelflings).
- Crazy creditsThe opening credits show only the credits for the crew.
- Alternate versionsThe original home video release replaced the theatrical end credit roll (the credits rolled over an image of the last shot of the film) with a different, video-based one (end credits rolling over an image of Aughra's face.). Subsequent home video releases restored the original end credit roll.
- ConnectionsEdited into The World of 'The Dark Crystal' (1983)
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Loved this movie for many ages....
Though I love the Muppets and other works of Jim Henson, I still say for years since my birth in 1982, The Dark Crystal has always grown on me. From interesting characters to surreal environments, this movie will capture the eyes of the imaginative and Sci-Fi/Fantasy fans. Though it may move slow at times, but it does not bother me. It gets me more into the world of the Dark Crystal, named Thyra.
It was also good for it's symbolism as well. The Dark Crystal like many classic children's shows and movies of its time did not talk down to kids nor underestimate their intelligence for that matter. In fact, the morals and symbolism appeals to non-discriminating adults as well.
P.S. I think the Skeksis are awesome! Especially the General, Chamberlain and the Mad Scientist Skeksis!
It was also good for it's symbolism as well. The Dark Crystal like many classic children's shows and movies of its time did not talk down to kids nor underestimate their intelligence for that matter. In fact, the morals and symbolism appeals to non-discriminating adults as well.
P.S. I think the Skeksis are awesome! Especially the General, Chamberlain and the Mad Scientist Skeksis!
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Details
- Release date
- Countries of origin
- Official sites
- Language
- Also known as
- The Crystal
- Filming locations
- Brimham Rocks, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England, UK(Mystics travelling to the castle)
- Production companies
- See more company credits at IMDbPro
Box office
- Budget
- $15,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $41,613,957
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $4,657,335
- Dec 19, 1982
- Gross worldwide
- $44,625,778
- Runtime1 hour 33 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 2.39 : 1
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