Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1999, Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle is a comedy and science fiction film directed by Steve Oedekerk, running about 29 minutes. “Every Hand Has A Thumb...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The hilarious story of a restless young farm-thumb, Loke Groundrunner, and his tasty companion, Princess Bunhead, who go on an quest to combat Black Helmet Man and the Evil Thumbpire.
Who’s in it. Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle stars Steve Oedekerk as Loke Groundrunner / Beboobeep / Unwise Council Member / The Puppet / Gabba the Butt / Big Toe & Yes Man / Aunt Gonnabiteit (voice), Andrea Fears as Princess Bunhead (voice), Ross Shafer as Hand Duet (voice) (as Ross Schaefer) and Rob Paulsen as Oobedoob Benubi / Thumbtrooper (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle 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 Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle worth watching?
- Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle?
- Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle stars Steve Oedekerk, Andrea Fears, Ross Shafer, Rob Paulsen and Paul Greenberg.
- When was Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle released?
- Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 29 minutes.