The Willows in Winter (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1997, The Willows in Winter is an animation film directed by Dave Unwin, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. Hailed as the "rightful heir" to "The Wind in the Willows", William Horwood's critically acclaimed sequel comes to magical life in this beautifully animated feature-length classic. Join four of the best-loved characters in children's literature for their heart-warming and hilarious new adventure along the Riverbank, narrated by Academy Award-winner Vanessa Redgrave.
Who’s in it. The Willows in Winter stars Alan Bennett as Mole, Michael Gambon as Badger, Rik Mayall as Toad and Michael Palin as Rat, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Willows in Winter has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Willows in Winter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Willows in Winter tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Willows in Winter (1997)?
- In US, The Willows in Winter is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Willows in Winter worth watching?
- The Willows in Winter holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Willows in Winter?
- The Willows in Winter stars Alan Bennett, Michael Gambon, Rik Mayall, Michael Palin and Vanessa Redgrave.
- When was The Willows in Winter released?
- The Willows in Winter was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.