The Bashful Elephant (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1962, The Bashful Elephant is a drama film directed by Dorrell McGowan, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. A Hungarian orphan girl searches for new parents in Austria. In an Austrian circus, she befriends an elephant and a wolfhound.
Who’s in it. The Bashful Elephant stars Molly McGowan as Tristy, Helmut Schmid as Kurt, Buddy Baer as Tavern Owner and Fritz Weiss as Father Francis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Bashful Elephant has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bashful Elephant page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bashful Elephant tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bashful Elephant (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bashful Elephant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bashful Elephant worth watching?
- The Bashful Elephant holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bashful Elephant?
- The Bashful Elephant stars Molly McGowan, Helmut Schmid, Buddy Baer, Fritz Weiss and Arnulf Schröder.
- When was The Bashful Elephant released?
- The Bashful Elephant was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.