April and the Sandman (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1994, April and the Sandman is an animation and family film directed by José Xavier.
What it’s about. The wonder of Christmas lights the world when kindhearted Sandman uses his magic sand to make toys come alive. One little doll named April gets sprinkled and is delighted that she can now talk, walk and sing. She takes off for an adventure into the real world, only to find that not everyone is as nice as the Sandman, especially the clumsy grinch, Bootlace, who wants to capture her and all the other real toys to sell to the highest bidder. But it is Christmas Eve, a time for miracles, and April and the Sandman are about to save the toys and make children's dreams come true.
Who’s in it. April and the Sandman stars Philippe Dumat as Père Brodequin / Jo l'Arlequino / L'éléphant / Un soldat, Amélie Morin as Avril, Christian Alers as Le marchand de sable / Jess le robot and Sylvie Jacob as Laura, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, April and the Sandman sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch April and the Sandman page.
If you liked it. Fans of April and the Sandman tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch April and the Sandman (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for April and the Sandman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is April and the Sandman worth watching?
- April and the Sandman holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in April and the Sandman?
- April and the Sandman stars Philippe Dumat, Amélie Morin, Christian Alers, Sylvie Jacob and Claude Chantal.
- When was April and the Sandman released?
- April and the Sandman was released in 1994.