Icarus (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1974, Icarus is an animation film directed by Paul Bochner, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. The Greek myth retold with film animation, accompanied by music for flute. Music, drawing, colour and movement here follow a moving, classic restraint. Daedalus, inventor of many things, provides the wings to escape from Crete, but Icarus, his son, impetuously flies too close to the sun. In this film, artist and composer share equal pleasure in the telling, with a feeling the audience will share. A film without words.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Icarus 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 Icarus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Icarus tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Icarus (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Icarus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Icarus worth watching?
- Icarus holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Icarus released?
- Icarus was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.