Epic (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1985, Epic is an animation film directed by Yoram Gross, running about 70 minutes. “Days of the Dinosaur” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. During a massive flood, two children are rescued by a family of dingoes, which subsequently raises them as their own. When the children come of age, they must go out into the world and collect the "secrets of life", before becoming the new king and queen of the dingoes.
Who’s in it. Epic stars Benita Collings as The Narrator (Australian version), John Huston as The Narrator (US version), Ross Higgins and Robyn Moore, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Epic 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 Epic page.
If you liked it. Fans of Epic tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Epic (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Epic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Epic worth watching?
- Epic holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Epic?
- Epic stars Benita Collings, John Huston, Ross Higgins, Robyn Moore and Keith Scott.
- When was Epic released?
- Epic was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.