Stories from a Flying Trunk
1979, English. Directed by Christine Edzard.
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A magical blend of choreography, stop-motion and live action, Stories from a Flying Trunk captures the enchantment of three classic stories from Hans Christian Andersen. Conceived, written and directed by Oscar nominated Christine Edzard and featuring the dancers of the Royal Ballet, choreographed by Frederick Ashton. The Kitchen contains household objects which come to life and hold an animated conversation. The Little Match Girl updates Andersen's heart-rending tale to London's East End in the late seventies. Little Ida is an inspired celebration of dance featuring members of the Royal Ballet.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Christine EdzardDirector
- Murray MelvinHans Christian Andersen
- Ann FirbankThe Mother
- Tasneem MaqsoodThe Little Match Girl
- John TordoffThe Tramp
- John DalbyQueen Victoria
- Johanna SonnexLittle Ida
- Gerd LarsenBallet Mistress
- Patricia NapierThe Lettuce
- Graham FletcherPrince Potato
- Lesley CollierPrincess Ida
- Christopher CarrPea
- Wendy EllisCauliflower / Celery
Details
- Released
- 1 November 1979
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Christine Edzard
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What Stories from a Flying Trunk is based on
Stories from a Flying Trunk is adapted from a fairy tale.
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Stories from a Flying Trunk runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
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Which OTT platform is Stories from a Flying Trunk on?
Stories from a Flying Trunk isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 November 1979. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Stories from a Flying Trunk?
If you liked Stories from a Flying Trunk, try Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration, A Cinderella Story: If the Shoe Fits, Strange Magic.
Who directed Stories from a Flying Trunk?
Stories from a Flying Trunk (1979) was directed by Christine Edzard and stars Murray Melvin, Ann Firbank, Tasneem Maqsood.
What is Stories from a Flying Trunk based on?
Stories from a Flying Trunk is adapted from a fairy tale.