The First Easter Rabbit (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1976, The First Easter Rabbit is a family and animation film directed by Jules Bass, running about 25 minutes. “The Delightful Tale of How Easter Became Hoppy as Well as Happy!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A beloved toy stuffed rabbit is rescued by a fairy to be the first Easter Rabbit.
Who’s in it. The First Easter Rabbit stars Burl Ives as Narrator / Older Stuffy (voice), Robert Morse as Young Stuffy (voice), Stan Freberg as Flops (voice) and Paul Frees as Zero / Santa (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The First Easter Rabbit 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 First Easter Rabbit page.
If you liked it. Fans of The First Easter Rabbit tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The First Easter Rabbit (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The First Easter Rabbit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The First Easter Rabbit worth watching?
- The First Easter Rabbit holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The First Easter Rabbit?
- The First Easter Rabbit stars Burl Ives, Robert Morse, Stan Freberg, Paul Frees and Don Messick.
- When was The First Easter Rabbit released?
- The First Easter Rabbit was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.