The Princess and the Goblin (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1991, The Princess and the Goblin is a fantasy, adventure, family and animation film directed by József Gémes, running about 82 minutes. “An enchanting princess, an outrageous goblin, a magical adventure for the entire family!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story is about the Princess Irene and a young warrior boy named Curty. Irene must use her magic power to fight off goblins and save the kingdom.
Who’s in it. The Princess and the Goblin stars Joss Ackland as King Papa, Claire Bloom as Great Great Grandmother Irene, Roy Kinnear as Mump and Sally Ann Marsh as Princess Irene, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Princess and the Goblin 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 Princess and the Goblin page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Princess and the Goblin 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 Princess and the Goblin (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Princess and the Goblin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Princess and the Goblin worth watching?
- The Princess and the Goblin holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Princess and the Goblin?
- The Princess and the Goblin stars Joss Ackland, Claire Bloom, Roy Kinnear, Sally Ann Marsh and Peggy Mount.
- When was The Princess and the Goblin released?
- The Princess and the Goblin was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.