The Ugly Duckling (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1997, The Ugly Duckling is an animation film directed by Martin Gates, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. The Ugly Duckling teams up with friend Scruffy, and the lovable misfits embark on a journey that helps them realize that their differences are what make them special.
Who’s in it. The Ugly Duckling stars Peter Bayliss as The Actor Manager (voice), Michael Bell as The Fox (voice), Jon David Bush as Chief Wolf (voice) and Christian Campbell as Older Ugly (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Ugly Duckling has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ugly Duckling page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ugly Duckling tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ugly Duckling (1997)?
- In GB, The Ugly Duckling is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Ugly Duckling worth watching?
- The Ugly Duckling holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ugly Duckling?
- The Ugly Duckling stars Peter Bayliss, Michael Bell, Jon David Bush, Christian Campbell and Maria Darling.
- When was The Ugly Duckling released?
- The Ugly Duckling was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.