Hansel and Gretel (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1988, Hansel and Gretel is a fantasy and family film directed by Len Talan, running about 84 minutes. “They lost their way...but found a magical adventure!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Hansel and Gretel tells the tale of two young children driven from home by their scolding mother. Losing their way in the dark forest they stumble upon the cottage of a kindly old woman. But is this kindly old woman everything she seems...?
Who’s in it. Hansel and Gretel stars Hugh Pollard as Hansel, Nicola Stapleton as Gretel, David Warner as Father Stephan and Emily Richard as Mother Maria, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Hansel and Gretel has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hansel and Gretel page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hansel and Gretel 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 Hansel and Gretel (1988)?
- In US, Hansel and Gretel is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV and MGM+ Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Hansel and Gretel worth watching?
- Hansel and Gretel holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hansel and Gretel?
- Hansel and Gretel stars Hugh Pollard, Nicola Stapleton, David Warner, Emily Richard and Cloris Leachman.
- When was Hansel and Gretel released?
- Hansel and Gretel was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.