The Phoenix and the Carpet (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Series · ★ 6.4
Released in 1976, The Phoenix and the Carpet is a sci-fi & fantasy and kids series.
What it’s about. The Phoenix and the Carpet is an eight-part British miniseries based on E. Nesbit's 1904 fantasy novel of the same name. Produced by the BBC, it aired from 29 December 1976 to 16 February 1977. 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.
Who’s in it. The Phoenix and the Carpet stars Richard Warner as The Phoenix (voice), Joe Barton as The Phoenix, Gary Russell as Cyril and Tamzin Neville as Anthea, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Phoenix and the Carpet 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 Phoenix and the Carpet page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Phoenix and the Carpet tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Phoenix and the Carpet (1976)?
- 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 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy sci-fi & fantasy and kids. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Phoenix and the Carpet?
- The Phoenix and the Carpet stars Richard Warner, Joe Barton, Gary Russell, Tamzin Neville and Max Harris.
- When was The Phoenix and the Carpet released?
- The Phoenix and the Carpet was released in 1976.