The Phoenix and the Carpet (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2004, The Phoenix and the Carpet is a family, fantasy and adventure film directed by Michael Kerrigan, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Four Edwardian children find a strange egg in their newly-arrived Persian carpet. It hatches into a Phoenix bird that grants wishes and also transforms the rug into a magic carpet, which takes them on a series of adventures all over the world and at home. A truncated edit of the three-hour miniseries for the home video market.
Who’s in it. The Phoenix and the Carpet stars Miriam Margolyes as Cook, Lesley Dunlop as Eliza, Ivan Berry as Robert and Christopher Biggins as Mr. Tonks, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Phoenix and the Carpet has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Phoenix and the Carpet page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Phoenix and the Carpet tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Phoenix and the Carpet (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Phoenix and the Carpet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Phoenix and the Carpet worth watching?
- The Phoenix and the Carpet holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family, fantasy and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Phoenix and the Carpet?
- The Phoenix and the Carpet stars Miriam Margolyes, Lesley Dunlop, Ivan Berry, Christopher Biggins and Ben Simpson.
- When was The Phoenix and the Carpet released?
- The Phoenix and the Carpet was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.