The Old Man and the Crane (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1983, The Old Man and the Crane is an animation film directed by Evgeniy Larchenko, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on Belarussian folk tale. The poor old couple finds the crane who gives them a magic craft to produce the food. But the landlord and the pope see it and want to take it from poor couple...
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Old Man and the Crane 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 Old Man and the Crane page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Old Man and the Crane 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 Old Man and the Crane (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Old Man and the Crane change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Old Man and the Crane worth watching?
- The Old Man and the Crane holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Old Man and the Crane released?
- The Old Man and the Crane was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.