The Dark Crystal (1982)
Another world, another time... in the age of wonder.
On another planet in the distant past, a Gelfling embarks on a quest to find the missing shard of a magical crystal and restore order to his world, before the grotesque race of Skeksis find and use the crystal for evil.
Director: Jim Henson, Frank Oz
Genre: Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Runtime: 93 min
Release Date: December 17, 1982
Cast
- Jim Henson - Jen / High Priest, Ritual Master
- Kathryn Mullen - Kira, a Gelfling
- Frank Oz - Aughra, a Keeper of Secrets / Chamberlain
- Dave Goelz - Fizzgig, a Friendly Monster / General, Garthim Master
- Steve Whitmire - Scientist (voice)
- Louise Gold - Gourmand
- Brian Meehl - Ornamentalist / Urzah / Dying Master
- Stephen Garlick - Jen (voice)
- Lisa Maxwell - Kira (voice)
- Billie Whitelaw - Aughra (voice)
Screenplay
- David Odell (Screenplay)
- Jim Henson (Story)
Music: Trevor Jones
Cinematography: Oswald Morris
Editing: Ralph Kemplen
Production: ITC Entertainment, Henson Associates
Country: United Kingdom, United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $15M
Box Office: $45M
Original Language: en
Themes
Epic Fantasy Worlds and Adventures, Magical Fantasy Worlds, Magical Creatures of the Hidden Valley, Night Hunt of the Supernatural Creature, Deep Sea Abyss and Creature Mystery
Keywords
race against time, mission, liberation, castle, villain, mythical creature, puppetry, creature, fantasy world, crystal, good versus evil, bizarre creatures
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Dark Crystal about?
- On another planet in the distant past, a Gelfling embarks on a quest to find the missing shard of a magical crystal and restore order to his world, before the grotesque race of Skeksis find and use the crystal for evil.
- Who directed The Dark Crystal?
- The Dark Crystal was directed by Jim Henson, Frank Oz.
- Who stars in The Dark Crystal?
- The Dark Crystal stars Jim Henson, Kathryn Mullen, Frank Oz, Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, Louise Gold.
- How long is The Dark Crystal?
- The Dark Crystal has a runtime of 1h 33m (93 minutes).
- What genre is The Dark Crystal?
- The Dark Crystal is a Adventure, Family, Fantasy film.
- What is the budget of The Dark Crystal?
- The Dark Crystal had a budget of $15M.
- How much did The Dark Crystal gross?
- The Dark Crystal grossed $45M worldwide.
- Where was The Dark Crystal produced?
- The Dark Crystal was produced in United Kingdom, United States of America.
- What are the themes of The Dark Crystal?
- The themes of The Dark Crystal include: Epic Fantasy Worlds and Adventures, Magical Fantasy Worlds, Magical Creatures of the Hidden Valley, Night Hunt of the Supernatural Creature, Deep Sea Abyss and Creature Mystery.