Alice in Wonderland (1951): cast, story & where to watch

1951 · Film · ★ 7.2

Alice in Wonderland poster

Released in 1951, Alice in Wonderland is a fantasy, adventure, family and animation film directed by Hamilton Luske, running about 75 minutes. “A world of wonders in one great picture!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. On a golden afternoon, young Alice follows a White Rabbit, who disappears down a nearby rabbit hole. Quickly following him, she tumbles into the burrow - and enters the merry, topsy-turvy world of Wonderland! Memorable songs and whimsical escapades highlight Alice's journey, which culminates in a madcap encounter with the Queen of Hearts - and her army of playing cards!

Who’s in it. Alice in Wonderland stars Kathryn Beaumont as Alice (voice), Ed Wynn as Mad Hatter (voice), Richard Haydn as Caterpillar (voice) and Sterling Holloway as Cheshire Cat (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Alice in Wonderland has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $57.2M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Disney Plus and FlixFling and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Alice in Wonderland page.

If you liked it. Fans of Alice in Wonderland 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 Alice in Wonderland (1951)?
In US, Alice in Wonderland is available to stream on Disney Plus and FlixFling, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Alice in Wonderland worth watching?
Alice in Wonderland holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure, family and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Alice in Wonderland?
Alice in Wonderland stars Kathryn Beaumont, Ed Wynn, Richard Haydn, Sterling Holloway and Jerry Colonna.
When was Alice in Wonderland released?
Alice in Wonderland was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.