The Little Prince

– Based on the story by Antoine deSaint-Exupery, this magical musical fable begins as a pilot (Richard..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
6.50 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 28 Minutes
Release Year:
1974
The Little Prince (1974)

Based on the story by Antoine deSaint-Exupery, this magical musical fable begins as a pilot (Richard Kiley) makes a forced landing on the barren Sahara Desert. He is befriended by a "little" prince from the planet Asteroid B-612. In the days that follow, the pilot learns of the small boy's history and planet-hopping journeys in which he met a King, a businessman, an historian, and a general. It isn't until he comes to Earth that the Little Prince learns the secrets of the importance of life from a Fox (Gene Wilder), a Snake (Bob Fosse), and the pilot.

Story Timeline:
Producing Country:
USA, UK
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The Little Prince (1974) - Trailer

Release Date:

07 Nov 1974

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:
G – General Audiences

All ages admitted. Nothing that would offend parents for viewing by children.

Director:

Stanley Donen

Writer:

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (story "Le Petit Prince"), Alan Jay Lerner, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (novel)

Main Actors:

Steven Warner, Joss Ackland, Clive Revill, Victor Spinetti

Plot:

Based on the story by Antoine de Saint-Exupery, this magical musical fable begins as a pilot makes a forced landing on the barren Sahara Desert. He is befriended by a "little" prince from the planet Asteroid B-612. In the days that follow, the pilot learns of the small boy's history and planet-hopping journeys in which he met a King, a businessman, an historian, and a general. It isn't until he comes to Earth that the Little Prince learns the secrets of the importance of life from a Fox, a Snake, and the pilot.

Awards:

Nominated for 2 Oscars. Another 1 win & 3 nominations.

Production:

Paramount Home Video

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
6.5/10