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The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (Animated) (1979)

Starring: Susan Sokol, Sheila Hancock Director: Bill Melendez Rating: NR (Not Rated) Format: DVD
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (35 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Susan Sokol, Sheila Hancock, Victor Spinetti, Arthur Lowe, Rachel Warren
  • Directors: Bill Melendez
  • Format: Animated, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, NTSC
  • Language: English
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: NR (Not Rated)
  • Studio: Alpha Omega Publications
  • DVD Release Date: August 16, 2004
  • Run Time: 95 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (35 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0002X0QEA
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #52,617 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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C.S. Lewis's beloved children's fantasy is as delicate as a Fabergé egg, and bringing it to film has tons of inherent risks. Faithfulness is not the problem in this live-action version from WonderWorks, but pacing most certainly is. This realization is poky at times when it should be absolutely riveting, and yet it manages to be diverting during sequences that are primarily set-up or exposition. Four young children travel through an attic wardrobe to the magical land of Narnia. There, the White Witch keeps it "always winter and never Christmas," but her rule is in jeopardy as the fabled lord of the land, a huge lion named Aslan, is rumored to have returned. Sadly, near the end of the film, it's almost possible to hear the production team debating just where to spend its cash. They gave it their all to create the lion Aslan but had to settle for rudimentary animation for many of the truly magical creatures of Narnia. Suffice it to say, it's a nice try. --Keith Simanton

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Imagine finding a secret passageway to a faraway land...a world full of mystery and enchantment. That fantasy becomes a thrilling adventure in The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, the first tale of C.S. Lewis' acclaimed children's books, The Chronicles of Narnia. When four children pass through a special wardrobe closet, they discover the kingdom of Narnia, a land of talking animals and mythical creatures. But an evil witch's spell has cast Narnia into eternal winter. Fearing that an ancient prophecy has come true, and that the children are Narnia's chosen rulers, the witch tricks the youngest brother into betraying his family. Now, only Aslan, noble lion and King of the Woods, can help them defeat the witch , restore springtime to Narnia, and claim their rightful places on the throne.
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72 of 75 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The version I'd been searching for!, June 4, 2005
If you're in your thirties, yes, this is the version you watched on TV as a child. I was so excited to find this on DVD, and it is as wonderful as I remembered it. I'm excited that my own children can now share in this magical adventure. This version is true to the text of the novel. Watching it as a parent, I enjoyed the bits of subtle humor added to some of the characters to keep the movie from being overly dark and disturbing for children. Over the years, I have occasionally tried to find this version. Once I checked out a version from the library that was so boring I couldn't even sit through it. Thank you, Amazon, for offering this wonderful classic!
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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Good but buy the cheaper version, December 13, 2005
I have always loved the animated version since I was a wee tot. However instead of buying this one at 24.99 (or whatever the price is now) there is a new printing that is more like 10 dollars. The movie itself is the same on either version. The dvd for this one claimed to be 5 mintues longer, but I checked and that wasn't the case. The cheaper version has better extras too. This one only has a few trailers for some other products while the cheaper one actually has information on Lewis and the various books. Its not a huge amount of extras, but better then just some trailers. The only thing I did like better on the more pricey version is the presentation. The cover looks better, the menues looke better, etc. Not a huge deal though, more of a personal preference. So look for the other verion, amazon sells it too.
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars "Turkish Delight", April 7, 2005
I love this movie..I was about 8 years old when I first saw it and would watch it all the time. I thought the door to another world had to be the coolest thing that could ever happen to you and 25 years later Im still hoping I will find that door. I have kids now and they love it too and so will you. The animation is old school but your adventure will be new everytime you watch it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars On DVD at last!!!
This version is shown virtually every Christmas and/or easter in the UK and finally I have it on DVD (albeit Region 1)

Love it when i first saw it and still love to... Read more
Published on April 3, 2007 by Mr. D. mcgrath

1.0 out of 5 stars The worst addaption of the LWW in the world
This movie is horribble! I loathed it. This movie is a horrible addaption of the book and I think it is way, way, way too cartoony. Read more
Published on August 14, 2006

5.0 out of 5 stars Emmy-winning adaptation of a childhood favorite
Winning a 1979 Emmy award for "Outstanding Animated Program" (executive producer David D. Connell and producer Steven Cuitlahuac Melendez) and being nominated for a second in... Read more
Published on May 19, 2006 by Darren Harrison

4.0 out of 5 stars Just like I remember it!
Now THIS is the original I remember from my childhood!! Great movie for adults who want to "go back" and great for kids to see before they see "Narnia" in the theater.
Published on March 25, 2006 by jennsun

5.0 out of 5 stars The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (Animated) Review
It was exactley what was promised. An excellent product.
Published on February 23, 2006 by Jordan M. Goretti

5.0 out of 5 stars Another Narnia Classic!
This was wonderful! If you enjoyed the new movie, get this and the other animated 1979 feature from Sesame.
Published on January 10, 2006 by Persian Princess

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a must have in your collection
I remember seeing this movie on CBS when I was about 7-8. My mother had just finished reading the book to my brother and I and we couldn't wait to watch it. Read more
Published on December 7, 2005 by Quahog

3.0 out of 5 stars The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (Animated)
When I was 5-8 years old, this animated "epic" tale absolutely mesmerized me. I read the entire series of Narnia books when I was young. Read more
Published on October 26, 2005 by M. Singh

5.0 out of 5 stars Just what I enjoyed when I was a child
This was my favorite animated movie in my childhood. I'm very happy to finaly have it in DVD format. Read more
Published on October 9, 2005 by E. S. Dyer

5.0 out of 5 stars Blast From the Past
This is the animated version released in 1979. The voice of the witch(Beth Porter)is a touch overly dramatic(maybe this is where William Shatner learned to act), and the... Read more
Published on September 23, 2005 by Erik Kramer

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