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The NeverEnding Story (1984)

"A boy who needs a friend finds a world that needs a hero in a land beyond imagination!"

7.219841h 37mDE
AdventureFantasyFamilyDrama

Directed by Wolfgang Petersen

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

1h 37m

Language

DE

Release

April 6, 1984

Director

Wolfgang Petersen

Official Trailer

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Overview

While hiding from bullies in his school's attic, a young boy discovers the extraordinary land of Fantasia, through a magical book called The Neverending Story. The book tells the tale of Atreyu, a young warrior who, with the help of a luck dragon named Falkor, must save Fantasia from the destruction...

Cast

Noah Hathaway

Noah Hathaway

Atreyu

Barret Oliver

Barret Oliver

Bastian

Tami Stronach

Tami Stronach

The Childlike Empress

Alan Oppenheimer

Alan Oppenheimer

Rockbiter / Falkor / G'mork / Narrator (voice)

Sydney Bromley

Sydney Bromley

Engywook

Patricia Hayes

Patricia Hayes

Urgl

Moses Gunn

Moses Gunn

Cairon - Empress' Servant

Frank Lenart

Frank Lenart

Teeny Weeny / Night Hob (voice)

Robert Jadah

Robert Jadah

Morla the Ancient One (voice)

Gerald McRaney

Gerald McRaney

Bastian's Father

Tilo Prückner

Tilo Prückner

Night Hob

Deep Roy

Deep Roy

Teeny Weeny

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The NeverEnding Story (1984), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

While hiding from bullies in his school's attic, a young boy discovers the extraordinary land of Fantasia, through a magical book called The Neverending Story. The book tells the tale of Atreyu, a young warrior who, with the help of a luck dragon named Falkor, must save Fantasia from the destruction of The Nothing.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The NeverEnding Story. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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