The Figurehead (1952): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1952 · Film
Released in 1952, The Figurehead is a fantasy, animation and liebesfilm film directed by Allan Crick, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. A poem of unrequited love: the studio's first puppet production. Based on a poem by Cosbie Garstin, the film tells the story of a carved wooden saint who is painted to look like a soldier and used as a figurehead on a sailing ship. The ship sinks and the figurehead is saved by a beautiful mermaid who falls in love with him. Her love is not returned because despite his dashing looks he has the wooden heart of a saint.
Who’s in it. The Figurehead stars Robert Beatty, Allan Crick and Digby Turpin.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Figurehead page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Figurehead tend to enjoy Der Herr der Ringe - Die Rückkehr des Königs, The Green Mile, Chihiros Reise ins Zauberland and Der Herr der Ringe - Die Gefährten.
Häufige Fragen
- Where can I watch The Figurehead (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Figurehead change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Figurehead?
- The Figurehead stars Robert Beatty, Allan Crick and Digby Turpin.
- When was The Figurehead released?
- The Figurehead was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.