The King and the Goblin (1980)

The King and the Goblin (1980) poster

Wealthy but alone, a king spends his days obsessively polishing shiny objects throughout his opulent castle. After a visit from a puckish forest wizard, the king earns a blessing – or curse – that turns anything he touches to gold.

Director: Lubomír Beneš
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 9 min
Release Date:

Screenplay

Music: Petr Skoumal
Cinematography: Jiří Šafář
Editing: Helena Lebdušková
Production: Krátký film Praha – Studio Jiřího Trnky
Country: Czechoslovakia
Language: Český
Original Language: cs

Keywords

stop motion, fable, wish fulfillment, wealthy man, king midas, short film, fantasy

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The King and the Goblin about?
Wealthy but alone, a king spends his days obsessively polishing shiny objects throughout his opulent castle. After a visit from a puckish forest wizard, the king earns a blessing – or curse – that turns anything he touches to gold.
Who directed The King and the Goblin?
The King and the Goblin was directed by Lubomír Beneš.
How long is The King and the Goblin?
The King and the Goblin has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
What genre is The King and the Goblin?
The King and the Goblin is a Animation film.
Where was The King and the Goblin produced?
The King and the Goblin was produced in Czechoslovakia.