The Little Ark (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1972, The Little Ark is an adventure and family film directed by James B. Clark, running about 100 minutes. “Amidst a rushing flood of adventure they learned more about love and courage than most people do in a lifetime.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This heart-rending family-oriented drama chronicles the adventure of two Dutch children who temporarily lose their father and mother during the great flood of 1953. Fortunately, they and their animals are taken in by a salty old boatman who helps them reunite with their father.
Who’s in it. The Little Ark stars Theodore Bikel as The Captain, Geneviève Ambas as Adinda, Philip Frame as Jan and Max Croiset as Father Grijpma, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Little Ark 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 Little Ark page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Little Ark 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 Little Ark (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Little Ark change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Little Ark worth watching?
- The Little Ark 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 Little Ark?
- The Little Ark stars Theodore Bikel, Geneviève Ambas, Philip Frame, Max Croiset and Truus Dekker.
- When was The Little Ark released?
- The Little Ark was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.