The Little Prince (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1972, The Little Prince is a fantasy film directed by Konrad Wolf, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. Adaptation of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's novella for East German television, produced in 1965/66, not shown until 1972.
Who’s in it. The Little Prince stars Christel Bodenstein as Prince, Eberhard Esche as Pilot, Inge Keller as Snake and Klaus Piontek as Fox, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Little Prince has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Little Prince page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Little Prince 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 The Little Prince (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Little Prince change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Little Prince worth watching?
- The Little Prince holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Little Prince?
- The Little Prince stars Christel Bodenstein, Eberhard Esche, Inge Keller, Klaus Piontek and Wolfgang Heinz.