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The Dark Crystal
“Another world, another time... in the age of wonder.”
7.2 / 10• 1982• 1h 33m•PG• English
AdventureFamilyFantasy
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Jim Henson
Jen / High Priest, Ritual Master
Lead
Kathryn Mullen
Kira, a Gelfling
Frank Oz
Aughra, a Keeper of Secrets / Chamberlain
Dave Goelz
Fizzgig, a Friendly Monster / General, Garthim Master
Steve Whitmire
Scientist (voice)
Louise Gold
Gourmand
Brian Meehl
Ornamentalist / Urzah / Dying Master
Stephen Garlick
Jen (voice)
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Jim Henson's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Dark Crystal is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
