The Nutcracker Prince (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1990, The Nutcracker Prince is a family and animation film directed by Paul Schibli, running about 75 minutes. “Join us in a classic tale of adventure, romance, bravery and a really mean mouse.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After young Clara receives a wooden nutcracker as a Christmas gift, she dreams about a fantastical battle between her Nutcracker Prince and the evil Mouse King. At stake is the Nutcracker's freedom - and Clara's future happiness.
Who’s in it. The Nutcracker Prince stars Kiefer Sutherland as Nutcracker Prince (voice), Megan Follows as Clara (voice), Mike MacDonald as Mouseking (voice) and Peter O'Toole as Pantaloon (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Nutcracker Prince has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Nutcracker Prince page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nutcracker Prince tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nutcracker Prince (1990)?
- In US, The Nutcracker Prince is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Nutcracker Prince worth watching?
- The Nutcracker Prince holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Nutcracker Prince?
- The Nutcracker Prince stars Kiefer Sutherland, Megan Follows, Mike MacDonald, Peter O'Toole and Phyllis Diller.
- When was The Nutcracker Prince released?
- The Nutcracker Prince was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.