The Magician's Elephant
"Dare to believe"
Peter wants to find his missing sister and crosses paths with a market fortune teller. The fortune teller hints that the answer lies with a magical elephant and the elusive magician who can summon it. Rather than chasing rumors, Peter must confront a trio of tasks that seem impossible, tests that... Read more
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About The Magician's Elephant
Peter wants to find his missing sister and crosses paths with a market fortune teller. The fortune teller hints that the answer lies with a magical elephant and the elusive magician who can summon it. Rather than chasing rumors, Peter must confront a trio of tasks that seem impossible, tests that push him to trust friends, face fear, and believe in what seems unlikely. As townsfolk rally around his stubborn hope, the mystery grows and old secrets surface. The story stays light and warm while keeping a sense of wonder about courage, family, and the power of belief. Even so, the dream lingers softly. Its hopeful note lingers. For younger viewers it lands with a gentle smile.
Released in 2023, The Magician's Elephant is directed by Wendy Rogers and adapted from Kate DiCamillo's children's book The Magician's Elephant. The animation blends traditional and digital techniques. Noah Jupe voices Peter.
Box office figures for this animated feature are not widely reported, but the film has found a modest audience through streaming, festival screenings, and later Blu-ray and digital rental, helping it reach families around the world.
On the available data the film has a 6.8 out of 10 from 227 votes, indicating a mixed but warm reception. The themes center on hope belonging and family, with magic helping a town find unity, through moments that feel heartfelt and human. Its warmth lingers and invites reflection later.
Details
- Release Date
- March 10, 2023
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Rating
- PG
- User Ratings
- 227 votes
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Animation, Adventure, Family, Fantasy, Comedy
- Country
- Australia
- Studio
- Animal Logic +2 more
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Noah Jupe
Peter (voice)
Mandy Patinkin
Vilna Lutz (voice)
Brian Tyree Henry
Leo Matienne (voice)
Natasia Demetriou
Narrator / Fortune Teller (voice)
Sian Clifford
Gloria Matienne (voice)
Benedict Wong
Magician (voice)
Miranda Richardson
Madam LaVaughn (voice)
Kirby Howell-Baptiste
The Countess (voice)
Aasif Mandvi
The King (voice)
Pixie Davies
Adele (voice)
Director: Wendy Rogers
Written by: Kate DiCamillo, Martin Hynes, Mark Sperber