The Nutcracker (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1967, The Nutcracker is a fantasy, adventure and family film directed by Halina Bielińska, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. On Christmas Eve, a little girl falls asleep after a party at her home and dreams herself (or does she?) into a fantastic world where toys become larger than life. Her beloved Nutcracker comes to life and defends her from the Mouse King, then is turned into a Prince after Marie saves his life.
Who’s in it. The Nutcracker stars Wieńczysław Gliński as Drosselmajer / E.T.A. Hoffmann, Barbara Wrzesińska as Kulia, the mother, Elzbieta Zagubien as Marynia and Leon Niemczyk as Jan, the father, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Nutcracker has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Nutcracker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nutcracker tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nutcracker (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nutcracker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Nutcracker worth watching?
- The Nutcracker holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Nutcracker?
- The Nutcracker stars Wieńczysław Gliński, Barbara Wrzesińska, Elzbieta Zagubien, Leon Niemczyk and Janusz Pomaski.
- When was The Nutcracker released?
- The Nutcracker was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.