Journey to the Beginning of Time
1955, Czech. Directed by Karel Zeman.
Four boys living the excitement every boy dreams about!
Four schoolboys go on an awe-inspiring expedition back through time, where they behold landscapes and creatures that have long since vanished from the earth.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Czech
- Rated
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Worth the Hype
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7.3/10 from 87 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Journey to the Beginning of Time
Journey to the Beginning of Time is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 5 August 1955
- Original title
- Cesta do pravěku
- Country
- Czechoslovakia
- Written by
- Karel Zeman, J. A. Novotný
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Journey to the Beginning of Time: quick answers
Is Journey to the Beginning of Time worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 87 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Journey to the Beginning of Time?
Journey to the Beginning of Time runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does Journey to the Beginning of Time have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Journey to the Beginning of Time. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Journey to the Beginning of Time parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Journey to the Beginning of Time yet.
Which OTT platform is Journey to the Beginning of Time on?
Journey to the Beginning of Time is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Journey to the Beginning of Time?
If you liked Journey to the Beginning of Time, try Time Bandits, Journey to the Center of the Earth, Anastasia: Once Upon a Time.
Who directed Journey to the Beginning of Time?
Journey to the Beginning of Time (1955) was directed by Karel Zeman and stars Vladimír Bejval, Petr Herrmann, Josef Lukáš.