The Impossible Elephant (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2001, The Impossible Elephant is an adventure and family film directed by Martin Wood, running about 95 minutes. “The lonely boy who magically got the elephant he wished for from a falling star.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Tormented by a giant bully and dealing with the loss of his mom, young Daniel wishes for a special pet to have by his side. After discovering Lumpy-a real, live elephant-in his backyard, it's as if his wish has come true...until his dad ships Lumpy off to the local zoo. Vowing to free his new found friend, Daniel embarks on the adventure of a lifetime, reminding us that some friendships are unexpected, magic is real and nothing is impossible!
Who’s in it. The Impossible Elephant stars Mia Sara as Molly Connor, Nicholas Lea as Steven Harris, Mark Rendall as Daniel Harris and Alex Doduk as Trout, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Impossible Elephant 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 Impossible Elephant page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Impossible Elephant tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Impossible Elephant (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Impossible Elephant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Impossible Elephant worth watching?
- The Impossible Elephant holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Impossible Elephant?
- The Impossible Elephant stars Mia Sara, Nicholas Lea, Mark Rendall, Alex Doduk and William Taylor.
- When was The Impossible Elephant released?
- The Impossible Elephant was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.