Cipollino (1961): cast, story & where to watch

1961 · Film · ★ 6.7

Cipollino poster

Released in 1961, Cipollino is a fantasy, family and animation film directed by Boris Dyozhkin, running about 38 minutes.

What it’s about. In a world inhabited by anthropomorphic produce, "Cipollino, the Onion Boy" fights the unjust treatment of his fellow vegetable townsfolk by the fruit royalty (Prince Lemon and the overly proud Lord Tomato) in the garden kingdom.

Who’s in it. Cipollino stars Nina Gulyayeva as Chipollino (voice), Vera Orlova as radish (voice), Anastasiya Georgiyevskaya as countess Cherries (voice) and Erast Garin as uncle Grapes / shoemaker (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Cipollino 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 Cipollino page.

If you liked it. Fans of Cipollino 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 Cipollino (1961)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cipollino change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Cipollino worth watching?
Cipollino holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Cipollino?
Cipollino stars Nina Gulyayeva, Vera Orlova, Anastasiya Georgiyevskaya, Erast Garin and Sergei Martinson.
When was Cipollino released?
Cipollino was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 38 minutes.