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The Sword in the Stone (1963)

"Tired of living in a Medieval mess... Merlin uses all his magic powers to change a scrawny little boy into a legendary hero!"

7.219631h 19mEN
AnimationFamilyFantasy

Directed by Wolfgang Reitherman

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

1h 19m

Language

EN

Release

December 25, 1963

Director

Wolfgang Reitherman

Official Trailer

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Overview

Wart is a young boy who aspires to be a knight's squire. On a hunting trip he falls in on Merlin, a powerful but amnesiac wizard who has plans for him beyond mere squiredom. He starts by trying to give him an education, believing that once one has an education, one can go anywhere. Needless to say, ...

Cast

Sebastian Cabot

Sebastian Cabot

The Narrator/Sir Ector (voice)

Karl Swenson

Karl Swenson

Merlin (voice)

Junius Matthews

Junius Matthews

Archimedes the Owl (voice)

Martha Wentworth

Martha Wentworth

Madam Mim / Old Lady Squirrel (voice)

Norman Alden

Norman Alden

Kay (voice)

Rickie Sorensen

Rickie Sorensen

Wart (voice)

Ginny Tyler

Ginny Tyler

Little Girl Squirrel (voice)

Alan Napier

Alan Napier

Sir Pellinore (voice)

Richard Reitherman

Richard Reitherman

Wart (voice)

Robert Reitherman

Robert Reitherman

Wart (voice)

Barbara Jo Allen

Barbara Jo Allen

Scullery Maid (voice) (uncredited)

James MacDonald

James MacDonald

The Wolf / Pike / Tiger Mim (voice) (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Sword in the Stone (1963), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Wart is a young boy who aspires to be a knight's squire. On a hunting trip he falls in on Merlin, a powerful but amnesiac wizard who has plans for him beyond mere squiredom. He starts by trying to give him an education, believing that once one has an education, one can go anywhere. Needless to say, it doesn't quite work out that way.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Sword in the Stone. 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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