The Selfish Giant (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1971, The Selfish Giant is an animation film directed by Peter Sander, running about 26 minutes.
What it’s about. A giant builds a wall to keep children out of his garden, but then winter sets in permanently. Children's classic story by Oscar Wilde.
Who’s in it. The Selfish Giant stars Paul Hecht as Narrator (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Selfish Giant 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 Selfish Giant page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Selfish Giant tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Selfish Giant (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Selfish Giant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Selfish Giant worth watching?
- The Selfish Giant holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Selfish Giant?
- The Selfish Giant stars Paul Hecht.
- When was The Selfish Giant released?
- The Selfish Giant was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.