The World of 'The Dark Crystal'

Name: The World of 'The Dark Crystal'
Released: 1983-01-09
Rating: 6.667

6.7/10 (9)

·1983· 57 min

Director: Jim Henson

"Come take a magical trip behind the scenes and discover how an entire fantasy world is brought to life"

A documentary which explores the making of Jim Henson and Frank Oz's 1982 fantasy film 'The Dark Crystal', which originally aired on PBS in the United States on January 9, 1983. This one-hour documentary details the technological innovations in the field of animatronics, art design, film making, and Henson's own brand of magic. Requiring 5 years of production, including over two years of pre-production, The Dark Crystal was inspired by the imagination of artist Brian Froud and conceived by scores of talented designers, builders, technicians, and performers. The World of the Dark Crystal shows how Jim Henson's Creature Shop in London and the Muppet Workshop in New York brought Brian Froud's art and Jim Henson's vision to life.

Where to Watch

Shout! Factory Amazon Channel

Cast

Jim Henson

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Brian Froud

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Wendy Midener

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Gary Kurtz

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Frank Oz

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Fred Nihda

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Kathryn Mullen

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Jean-Pierre Amiel

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Lyle Conway

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Oswald Morris

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Steve Whitmire

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In brief

The World of 'The Dark Crystal' (1983) is a documentary film. With an average rating of 6.7/10 from 9 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 57min. You can stream it on: Shout! Factory Amazon Channel.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The World of 'The Dark Crystal' online?

The World of 'The Dark Crystal' is available on the following streaming services: Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.

How long is The World of 'The Dark Crystal'?

The World of 'The Dark Crystal' runs 57 minutes (57min).

What rating does The World of 'The Dark Crystal' have?

The World of 'The Dark Crystal' has an average rating of 6.7/10 based on 9 viewer votes on TMDB.

What year is The World of 'The Dark Crystal' from?

The World of 'The Dark Crystal' was released in 1983.