The Unicorn in the Garden (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1953, The Unicorn in the Garden is a fantasy and animation film directed by William T. Hurtz, running about 7 minutes. “A henpecked husband sees a unicorn outside his window--or does he?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based on James Thurber's short-story about a mild, henpecked man who, while preparing his breakfast, looks out the window and sees a unicorn eating flowers in the garden. He rushes upstairs to inform his domineering wife, and she accuses him of being crazy and threatens to have him put away. He persists that he did see a unicorn in the garden, and she phones for the authorities to come take him away. But when they arrive, with strait-jackets, they find the wife rambling and raving about seeing the unicorn, and promptly take her away.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Unicorn in the Garden 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 The Unicorn in the Garden page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Unicorn in the Garden 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 Unicorn in the Garden (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Unicorn in the Garden change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Unicorn in the Garden worth watching?
- The Unicorn in the Garden holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Unicorn in the Garden released?
- The Unicorn in the Garden was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.