The Magic Roundabout (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2005, The Magic Roundabout is a family and animation film directed by Frank Passingham, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. A shaggy, candy-loving puppy named Dougal along with a group of friends embarks on a dangerous journey in an effort to imprison their oppressor -- the evil ice sorcerer ZeeBad (Zebedee's evil twin). As the world is placed in mortal danger Zeebad who wants to turn the world to ice. Doogal and his friends must recover 3 diamonds that are needed to stop him.
Who’s in it. The Magic Roundabout stars Robbie Williams as Dougal (voice), Kylie Minogue as Florence (voice), Ian McKellen as Zebedee (voice) and Joanna Lumley as Ermintrude (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Magic Roundabout has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Sky Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Magic Roundabout page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Magic Roundabout tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Magic Roundabout (2005)?
- In GB, The Magic Roundabout is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Sky Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Magic Roundabout worth watching?
- The Magic Roundabout 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 Magic Roundabout?
- The Magic Roundabout stars Robbie Williams, Kylie Minogue, Ian McKellen, Joanna Lumley and Jim Broadbent.
- When was The Magic Roundabout released?
- The Magic Roundabout was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.