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The Last Unicorn

Play trailer 2:41 Poster for The Last Unicorn G Released Nov 19, 1982 1h 24m Kids & Family Fantasy Animation Play Trailer Watchlist
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In this animated musical, the villainous King Haggard (Christopher Lee) plots to destroy all the world's unicorns. When a young unicorn (Mia Farrow) learns that she's in danger and that she may soon be the last of her kind, she leaves the safety of her protected forest and enlists the help of Schmendrick (Alan Arkin), a gentle, albeit clumsy, sorcerer. Together, they embark on a long and dangerous journey with one goal: to defeat Haggard and save the unicorns from extinction.
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The Last Unicorn lacks the fluid animation to truly sparkle as an animated epic, but offbeat characters and an affecting story make it one of a kind for the true believers.

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Alex McLevy AV Club The Last Unicorn will endure as a film for reasons both intellectual and aesthetic. It's full of rich ideas and revisions of outdated, sexist stereotypes, and thereby feels more modern than many animated classics. Jun 13, 2019 Full Review Variety Staff Variety The Last Unicorn represents a rare example of an animated kids' pic in which the script and vocal performances outshine the visuals. Jul 6, 2010 Full Review Geoff Andrew Time Out Some horrific moments (the mark of the best fairytales) and some sublimely witty lines. Jun 24, 2006 Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy Would the act of giving The Last Unicorn a less-than-stellar rating be tantamount to kicking a puppy? Rated: 2/4 Aug 25, 2024 Full Review Douglas Davidson Elements of Madness It has a certain magic to it that speaks to young audiences in particular, while never shedding its mature perspective ... Aug 19, 2024 Full Review Eve Tushnet Patheos The 1982 cartoon adaptation of The Last Unicorn blends genres and eras to bring the shocking challenge of beauty to the screen. Dec 13, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Charvine A I saw this when it was released in 1982, and gave it another shot years later. Though I really liked the visuals in the final act, most of the movie feels sad and slowly plods along. The worst aspect is that the story pauses everytime one of the forgettable and unengaging songs plays. I don't recommend this; if you do watch it, skip through the songs. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 11/06/24 Full Review No 4 NOT Rated G, i would say i dont know why it rated so but it the art style the see it cute looking and BOOM has to be a kids movie, man the 1st 10 min i felt like i was tripping, 12 mins and 50 sec when i human calls her a mare shes like mare, mare?, I A WHORE? then horse noises, WHO THE FUCK THINKS WHORE ITS A KIDS MOVIE? aint no way AIN'T NO WAY THIS RATED G it not like I'm miss hearing it either cause she then follows up with "Is that what you take me for" yes SHE SAID WHORE. Change my mind ye no im watching more in for years going up parents hated here what hell is that for no this is a 1982 movie DURING THE SATANIC PANIC no fucking way Hell would be allowed in a kids movie, the harpy the witch has has Old lady Human boobs hanging, ye i m watching it as i right dude just made a tree come alive and that has massive tits and his head in between them, NO WAY ITS RATED G, or should i talk about the naked lady? other wise good movie but is got a lot the could be cut out its a bit to long for no real reason would recommend but its closer to PG-13 if anything. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 09/24/24 Full Review H K There is nothing like it. Saw it when I was little and somehow I still watch it every now and then. Love the pre Disney visuals, the script and the key elements it has regarding magic and fantasy. One of my all time favorites. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/12/24 Full Review Audience Member I can’t in good conscience give this movie a higher rating. I just can’t. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 06/14/24 Full Review rose d for the parents there are 1 hell 4 dam they show the harpie she has nipples the tree has large chest (equivalent to showing top of the chest) when the unicorn turn to a girl you briefly see her but the Harpi and the Red Bull Might scare the young ones maybe dont let the young ones see it but its ok for older children i loved it as a kid still do Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/05/24 Full Review Eric M Along with the Secret of NIMH and Rikki Tikki Tavi this animated classic still enriches me after 40 years. It's a truly wonderful story, characters, and animation, brought to life by the amazing voices of Alan Arkin, Jeff Bridges, Mia Farrow, Christopher Lee, Angela Lansbury, Tammy Grimes. The soundtrack by America ensures it will never be forgotten. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/06/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In this animated musical, the villainous King Haggard (Christopher Lee) plots to destroy all the world's unicorns. When a young unicorn (Mia Farrow) learns that she's in danger and that she may soon be the last of her kind, she leaves the safety of her protected forest and enlists the help of Schmendrick (Alan Arkin), a gentle, albeit clumsy, sorcerer. Together, they embark on a long and dangerous journey with one goal: to defeat Haggard and save the unicorns from extinction.
Director
Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin Jr.
Producer
Jules Bass, Michael Pakleppa, Arthur Rankin Jr.
Screenwriter
Peter S. Beagle
Distributor
Jensen Farley Pictures
Production Co
Incorporated Television Company, Rankin/Bass Productions
Rating
G
Genre
Kids & Family, Fantasy, Animation
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 19, 1982, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 10, 2016
Runtime
1h 24m
Sound Mix
Dolby, Surround
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