Peter Pan (2000): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2000, Peter Pan is a fantasy, family, music and tv movie film directed by Gary Halvorson, running about 104 minutes. “Broadway musical adaptation of the fabled children's story.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The stage musical Peter Pan starring Cathy Rigby has toured the world to great acclaim. An adaptation of the famous 1954 musical directed by Jerome Robbins and starring Mary Martin, this new version is lasting proof that J.M. Barrie's tale of the boy who would never grow up is one of the kingpins of family entertainment. All the elements are in good form for this video production shot at the Mirada Theater in 2000 for the A&E Network. Some new songs have been added to the fabulous Moose Charlap-Carolyn Leigh score (which includes "Tender Shepherd," "I Gotta Crow," "I'm Flying," and "I Won't Grow Up"). But the biggest asset to this production are the spectacular flying sequences: Peter even soars over the audience at times. Martin was a stronger actress in a close-up, but Rigby is magical with her athleticism and spark, most notably in a percussion-filled song and dance number "Ugh-a-Wug.".

Who’s in it. Peter Pan stars Cathy Rigby as Peter Pan, Paul Schoeffler as Mr. Darling / Captain Hook, Elisa Sagardia as Wendy Darling and Barbara McCulloh as Mrs. Darling / Mermaid, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Peter Pan has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on BroadwayHD and Broadway HD Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Peter Pan page.

If you liked it. Fans of Peter Pan 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.