Pinocchio (1992): cast, story & where to watch

1992 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1992, Pinocchio is a drama, adventure, family and animation film directed by Masakazu Higuchi, running about 49 minutes. “The version children love!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The Little Wooden Toy. The unforgettable story of a little wooden boy who longs with all his heart to become real. When a small spark of magic escapes from the Blue Fairy's home, it travels down toy maker Gepetto's chimney, bringing one small log to life. Then, when Gepetto's toys stop being sold regularly, he decides to make a toy for his own using this same log. Soon, his new wooden puppet is complete, which instantly comes to life getting mixed up in all kinds of troubles. Soon, however, with the guidance of the talking cricket and the Blue Fairy, Pinocchio learns what is needed for him to earn his heart's desire of becoming a real boy. Written by Frederick Irizarry.

Who’s in it. Pinocchio stars Cam Clarke as Talking Cricket / Wolf / Candlewick (voice), Jim Cummings as Geppetto / Puppet Master / Ring Master (voice) and Jeannie Elias as Pinocchio / The Blue Fairy / Additional Voices (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Pinocchio has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pinocchio page.

If you liked it. Fans of Pinocchio tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Pinocchio (1992)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pinocchio change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Pinocchio worth watching?
Pinocchio holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Pinocchio?
Pinocchio stars Cam Clarke, Jim Cummings and Jeannie Elias.
When was Pinocchio released?
Pinocchio was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 49 minutes.