FeatureAnimation

Donkey, Herring and Broom (1969): cast, story & where to watch

1969 · Film · ★ 8

Donkey, Herring and Broom poster

Released in 1969, Donkey, Herring and Broom is an animation film directed by Elbert Tuganov, running about 15 minutes.

What it’s about. The first story is based on an Indian fairy-tale. It is a story about a donkey who wants to win favour with its master and starts to mock the master’s favourite – his dog. The second story is based on a humorous Estonian song and tells the story of a land herring that became a sea creature and made the seawater salty. The third story is based on a Czech fairy-tale, which tells of two boys, who find a witch's broom and start to fly with it.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Donkey, Herring and Broom 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 Donkey, Herring and Broom page.

If you liked it. Fans of Donkey, Herring and Broom tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Donkey, Herring and Broom (1969)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Donkey, Herring and Broom change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Donkey, Herring and Broom worth watching?
Donkey, Herring and Broom holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Donkey, Herring and Broom released?
Donkey, Herring and Broom was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 15 minutes.