The Nutcracker (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film
Released in 1964, The Nutcracker is a fantasy, family and tv movie film directed by Heinz Liesendahl, running about 55 minutes.
What it’s about. A one-hour version of Tchaikovsky's classic ballet, with a somewhat revised storyline reminiscent of "The Wizard of Oz".
Who’s in it. The Nutcracker stars Eddie Albert as Self - Host / Narrator (U.S. version), Edward Villella as The Nutcracker / The Prince, Melissa Hayden as Zuckerfee / Sugar Plum Fairy and Patricia McBride as Clara (in the dream), among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Nutcracker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nutcracker 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.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nutcracker (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nutcracker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Nutcracker?
- The Nutcracker stars Eddie Albert, Edward Villella, Melissa Hayden, Patricia McBride and Harald Kreutzberg.
- When was The Nutcracker released?
- The Nutcracker was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.