Hansel and Gretel
1988, English. Directed by Len Talan.
They lost their way...but found a magical adventure!
Hansel and Gretel tells the tale of two young children driven from home by their scolding mother. Losing their way in the dark forest they stumble upon the cottage of a kindly old woman. But is this kindly old woman everything she seems...?
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Where to watch Hansel and Gretel
Hansel and Gretel is streaming on MGM Plus and Artiflix in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 10 December 1988
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Nancy Weems, Len Talan
- Budget
- $1.5M
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What Hansel and Gretel is based on
Hansel and Gretel is based on Hansel and Gretel (1812) by Wilhelm Grimm, Jacob Grimm, and Brothers Grimm.
1812
Hansel and Gretel
By Wilhelm Grimm, Jacob Grimm, and Brothers Grimm
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From the same franchise
Released before it. Not required, but they share its world.
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Hansel and Gretel: quick answers
Is Hansel and Gretel worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 73 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Hansel and Gretel?
Hansel and Gretel runs 84 minutes (1h 24m).
Does Hansel and Gretel have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Hansel and Gretel. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Hansel and Gretel parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Hansel and Gretel yet.
Which OTT platform is Hansel and Gretel on?
Hansel and Gretel is streaming on MGM Plus and Artiflix in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Hansel and Gretel?
If you liked Hansel and Gretel, try The Witches, The Black Cauldron, Nightbooks.
Who directed Hansel and Gretel?
Hansel and Gretel (1988) was directed by Len Talan and stars Hugh Pollard, Nicola Stapleton, Cloris Leachman.
What is Hansel and Gretel based on?
Hansel and Gretel is based on Hansel and Gretel (1812) by Wilhelm Grimm, Jacob Grimm, and Brothers Grimm.