FeatureAnimation

Johnny the Giant Killer (1950): cast, story & where to watch

1950 · Film · ★ 6.5

Johnny the Giant Killer poster

Released in 1950, Johnny the Giant Killer is an animation film directed by Jean Image, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. Johnny and his friends embark on a journey to rid their land of an evil giant. While inside the giant's castle, the children are trapped by the giant and put through a magical shrinking machine. Johnny narrowly escapes the castle, but he is now the size of a small insect. Johnny will find that the world of insects is no picnic. The bees are feuding with the hornets, and Johnny is right in the middle of it. Johnny must now gain the trust of the insects to help him rescue his friends from the giant. Can he do it in time?

Who’s in it. Johnny the Giant Killer stars Paul Colline as Various characters, Suzy Dornac as Various characters, Jacques Tritsch as (Voice) and Fred Pasquali as Various characters, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Johnny the Giant Killer 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 Johnny the Giant Killer page.

If you liked it. Fans of Johnny the Giant Killer tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Johnny the Giant Killer (1950)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Johnny the Giant Killer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Johnny the Giant Killer worth watching?
Johnny the Giant Killer holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Johnny the Giant Killer?
Johnny the Giant Killer stars Paul Colline, Suzy Dornac, Jacques Tritsch, Fred Pasquali and Georges Thibaut.
When was Johnny the Giant Killer released?
Johnny the Giant Killer was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.