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The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship

★ 8.1(12)19901h 0m

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Good to know

Director: Francis Vose
Release date: 1990-09-28
Runtime: 1h 0m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Cosgrove Hall Films

About The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship

The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship is a 1990 movie in the Animation, Adventure and Family genres, directed by Francis Vose, starring Jimmy Hibbert, David Suchet and Miriam Margolyes. It has a runtime of 1 hour 0 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.1/10 from 12 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Based on a Russian folk tale. A proclamation went out through all the land that whosoever could build a flying ship would win the hand of the Tsar's daughter. The youngest son of a simple peasant shows up to claim her, and the dumbfounded Tsar quickly has second thoughts, setting several 'impossible" tasks for 'The Fool of the World' and his remarkable friends.

Cast

Jimmy Hibbert

Crown Prince of Anatolia / Boris / Pyotr (voice)

David Suchet

Narrator (voice)

Miriam Margolyes

Mother / Mrs. Woodcutter

John Woodvine

The Chamberlain / Father (voice)

Martin Jarvis

Sharp Shooter / Lightening (voice)

Barbara Wilshere

Princess Alexya

Maurice Denham

(voice)

Robin Bailey

(voice)

Edward Kelsey

(voice)

Alan Rothwell

(voice)

Themes & keywords

stop motion

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship in France?+

The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in France. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship on Netflix?+

The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship is not on Netflix in France right now.

How long is The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship?+

The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship has a runtime of 1 hour 0 minutes (60 minutes).

Who stars in The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship?+

The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship stars Jimmy Hibbert, David Suchet, Miriam Margolyes, John Woodvine and Martin Jarvis.

When did The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship come out?+

The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship is a 1990 movie directed by Francis Vose.

What genre is The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship?+

The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship is Animation, Adventure, Family and Fantasy film.

Who directed The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship?+

The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship was directed by Francis Vose.