Jack and the Beanstalk (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1983, Jack and the Beanstalk is a fantasy, adventure and tv movie film directed by Lamont Johnson, running about 52 minutes.
What it’s about. Imaginative and creative Jack seeks adventure while trying to provide for himself and his mother. Will he ever solve the mystery of how his father died?
Who’s in it. Jack and the Beanstalk stars Dennis Christopher as Jack, Elliott Gould as The Giant, Jean Stapleton as The Giantess and Katherine Helmond as Jack's Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Jack and the Beanstalk has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jack and the Beanstalk page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jack and the Beanstalk 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 Jack and the Beanstalk (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jack and the Beanstalk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jack and the Beanstalk worth watching?
- Jack and the Beanstalk holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jack and the Beanstalk?
- Jack and the Beanstalk stars Dennis Christopher, Elliott Gould, Jean Stapleton, Katherine Helmond and Mark Blankfield.
- When was Jack and the Beanstalk released?
- Jack and the Beanstalk was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 52 minutes.