Five Children and It
- Adventure
- Fantasy
- Family
The Psammead is an 'it', an ancient, ill-tempered sand-fairy with a spider-shaped body, bat-like ears, and snail-like eyes. It is grumpy but has the power to grant one wish a day, which must be made before sunset. Five siblings—Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and infant Hilary—encounter It and experience the highs and lows of frivolous wish-making.
Five Children and It is a 2004 family fantasy adventure film based on E. Nesbit's classic novel. The story follows five siblings who discover a magical sand-fairy called the Psammead, capable of granting one wish per day before sunset. This adventure film explores the consequences of wish-making through the eyes of the children as they learn valuable lessons.
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Wide release in United States · Rated PG
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Tara FitzgeraldMother
Freddie HighmoreRobert
Alex JenningsFather
Jonathan BaileyCyril
Jessica ClaridgeAnthea
Poppy RogersJane
Zoë WanamakerMartha
Kenneth BranaghUncle Albert
Suzy Eddie IzzardIt
Duncan PrestonSergeant- Alec MuggletonLamb
- Alexander PownallHorace
- Georgio SerafiniMr. Bialli
John SessionsPeasemarsh- Kim FentonRFC Flier
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When was Five Children and It released?
The film was released on October 15, 2004.
What is the Psammead?
The Psammead is an ancient, grumpy sand-fairy with a spider-shaped body, bat-like ears, and snail-like eyes. It has the magical ability to grant one wish per day, which must be made before sunset.
Who are the main characters?
The five siblings at the center of the story are Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and infant Hilary, who discover and interact with the Psammead.
Is this based on a book?
Yes, the film is based on E. Nesbit's classic novel of the same name.
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