Five Children and It (2004)

MovieAdventure, Fantasy, Family1h 28m
Five Children and It (2004) movie posterReview score: 56%

Plot

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.

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Tara FitzgeraldTara FitzgeraldMotherFreddie HighmoreFreddie HighmoreRobertAlex JenningsAlex JenningsFatherJonathan BaileyJonathan BaileyCyrilJessica ClaridgeJessica ClaridgeAntheaPoppy RogersPoppy RogersJaneZoë WanamakerZoë WanamakerMarthaKenneth BranaghKenneth BranaghUncle Albert

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