Peter Pan (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1956, Peter Pan is a fantasy, family, music and tv movie film, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. This SECOND live broadcast aired a year after the success of the first. Utilizing much of the same cast, it nevertheless is its own unique performance which charmed millions of households in 1956.
Who’s in it. Peter Pan stars Mary Martin as Peter Pan, Cyril Ritchard as Mr. Darling / Captain Hook, Kathleen Nolan as Wendy / Jane and Margalo Gillmore as Mrs. Darling, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, Peter Pan has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Peter Pan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Peter Pan tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Peter Pan (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Peter Pan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Peter Pan worth watching?
- Peter Pan holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, family, music and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Peter Pan?
- Peter Pan stars Mary Martin, Cyril Ritchard, Kathleen Nolan, Margalo Gillmore and Sondra Lee.
- When was Peter Pan released?
- Peter Pan was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.