Mr. Horatio Knibbles (1971): cast, story & where to watch

1971 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 1971, Mr. Horatio Knibbles is a comedy, fantasy and family film directed by Robert Hird, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. Mary Bunting is sitting alone when to her surprise and delight a rabbit six foot tall - elegantly dressed in frock coat and fancy waistcoat - appears. As he is a magic rabbit, he can be seen only by Mary, which naturally creates great confusion and misunderstanding.

Who’s in it. Mr. Horatio Knibbles stars Lesley Roach as Mary Bunting, Gary Smith as Tom, Rachel Brennock as Nancy and David Lodge as Sergeant, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Mr. Horatio Knibbles 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 Mr. Horatio Knibbles page.

If you liked it. Fans of Mr. Horatio Knibbles tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Mr. Horatio Knibbles (1971)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mr. Horatio Knibbles change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Mr. Horatio Knibbles worth watching?
Mr. Horatio Knibbles holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Mr. Horatio Knibbles?
Mr. Horatio Knibbles stars Lesley Roach, Gary Smith, Rachel Brennock, David Lodge and John Ash.
When was Mr. Horatio Knibbles released?
Mr. Horatio Knibbles was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.