

FairyTale: A True Story
- Fantasy
- Drama
- Mystery
- Family
In 1917, two children take a photograph, which is soon believed by some to be the first scientific evidence of the existence of fairies. Based on the true story of the Cottingley Fairies.
FairyTale: A True Story is a 1997 fantasy-drama based on the real-life Cottingley Fairies hoax. The film follows two children in 1917 who photograph what many believed to be genuine fairies, blending historical mystery with family-friendly storytelling. Now available to stream, it remains a captivating take on one of history's most famous paranormal claims.
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Available in: Australia · Canada · United Kingdom · Ireland · Italy · New Zealand · +3 more
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In cinemas
Theatrical release in United States
Wide release in United States · Rated PG
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Top cast
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Florence HoathElsie Wright- Elizabeth EarlFrances Griffiths
Paul McGannArthur Wright
Peter O'TooleSir Arthur Conan Doyle
Harvey KeitelHarry Houdini
Phoebe NichollsPolly Wright
Bill NighyEdward Gardner
Tim McInnernyJohn Ferret, a Reporter
Joseph MayHoudini's Assistant
Peter MullanSergeant Farmer
Anna ChancellorPeter Pan- Lara MorganJean Doyle
- Adam FranksAdrian Doyle
Guy WitcherDenis Doyle
Peter WightNewspaper Editor

Trailer
FairyTale: A True Story (1997) Original Trailer {HD]
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FairyTale: A True Story — frequently asked
When was FairyTale: A True Story released?
The film was released on October 24, 1997.
Is this movie based on a true story?
Yes, it's based on the Cottingley Fairies, a real historical case from 1917 in which two children in England claimed to have photographed fairies. The photographs sparked global fascination and debate about their authenticity.
What genres does the film cover?
FairyTale: A True Story blends fantasy, drama, mystery, and family-friendly elements, making it suitable for audiences interested in both historical intrigue and fantastical storytelling.














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