The Happy Prince (1992): cast, story & where to watch

1992 · Film · ★ 10

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Released in 1992, The Happy Prince is an animation, fantasy and drama film directed by Mavzur Makhmudov, running about 18 minutes.

What it’s about. Based on Oscar Wilde's fairytale with same name. Once there was a golden statue of Prince, who didn't see any sadness before his death. A barn swallow sees that Prince cries and he asks her to give his gemstones to several people in poverty. In the end barn swallow dies near the prince, after he gave his gold from the monument to the poor.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Happy Prince 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 The Happy Prince page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Happy Prince 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 Happy Prince (1992)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Happy Prince change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Happy Prince worth watching?
The Happy Prince holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, fantasy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was The Happy Prince released?
The Happy Prince was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.