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The Magician's Elephant

"Dare to believe"

Movie PG 2023 1h 39m 6.8 /10
Directed by Wendy Rogers

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

Noah Jupe

Peter (voice)

Mandy Patinkin

Mandy Patinkin

Vilna Lutz (voice)

Brian Tyree Henry

Brian Tyree Henry

Leo Matienne (voice)

Natasia Demetriou

Natasia Demetriou

Narrator / Fortune Teller (voice)

Sian Clifford

Sian Clifford

Gloria Matienne (voice)

Benedict Wong

Benedict Wong

Magician (voice)

Miranda Richardson

Miranda Richardson

Madam LaVaughn (voice)

Kirby Howell-Baptiste

Kirby Howell-Baptiste

The Countess (voice)

Aasif Mandvi

Aasif Mandvi

The King (voice)

Pixie Davies

Pixie Davies

Adele (voice)

Director: Wendy Rogers

Written by: Kate DiCamillo, Martin Hynes, Mark Sperber

Frequently Asked Questions

The Magician's Elephant is available to stream on Netflix.

Yes, The Magician's Elephant is available to stream on Netflix.

With a rating of 6.8/10 from 227 viewers, The Magician's Elephant is considered decent by viewers and may be worth checking out.

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...

The Magician's Elephant stars Noah Jupe, Mandy Patinkin, Brian Tyree Henry, Natasia Demetriou, and Sian Clifford.

The Magician's Elephant was directed by Wendy Rogers.

The Magician's Elephant was released on March 10, 2023.

The Magician's Elephant is a Animation, Adventure, Family, Fantasy, and Comedy film.

Yes. The film adapts Kate DiCamillo's children's book The Magician's Elephant, with DiCamillo listed among the credited creators.

Noah Jupe voices Peter. Peter is the film's lead, a boy who goes on a quest to find his long-lost sister.

Mandy Patinkin voices Vilna Lutz, the fortune teller in the market square. He is part of the film's voice cast.

The film is rated PG, indicating it is suitable for most families with some parental guidance. It is a family friendly animated adventure with fantasy elements.