Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet (2020): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2020, Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet is a fantasy, family and music film directed by Michael Nunn, running about 62 minutes. “Specially created for this festive season” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. English National Ballet has been performing a version of Nutcracker every year since 1950. In 2020, the tradition lives on. Join Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker on a hot air balloon ride to the Land of Snow, and enjoy iconic scenes featuring the Sugar Plum Fairy, Snowflakes, Flowers and more. As London moved into Tier 4 COVID-19 restrictions with the subsequent cancellation of all scheduled performances of Nutcracker Delights, the Company decided to film and share a recording of this specially-adapted production with its audience as a thank you at the close of its 70th Anniversary year. Nutcracker Delights was filmed on 18 and 19 December at the London Coliseum by Michael Nunn and William Trevitt.

Who’s in it. Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet stars Simon Callow as Narrator, Natascha Mair as Clara, Erina Takahashi as The Sugar Plum Fairy and Joseph Caley as Prince, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet page.

If you liked it. Fans of Nutcracker Delights: English National Ballet 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.