Five Children and It (2004)

Intro

A children's film by David Solomons, adapted from the novel by E. Nesbit, and released on 15 October 2004.

Also known as: 5 Children & It

Running time: 1 hour and 25 minutes

Photos

With special thanks to Zoë, Vanessa, and Kerrie for these behind-the-scenes photos.

Overview

While their parents help with the war effort, five children are sent to stay with their eccentric Uncle Albert and his peculiar son, Horace.

At the uncle's mansion, quirky housekeeper Martha warns the siblings to avoid the greenhouse. Curious, they explore it anyway, and are amazed to discover a secret pathway leading to a beautiful cove. There the sandfairy, a mystical, wish-granting creature, awaits them.

Shrewder than she initially appears, Martha probably knows more about the children's magical discovery than she admits, even lending a helping hand when their wishes wreak havoc!

Cast

Eddie Izzard (voice) ... The Psammead

Freddie Highmore ... Robert

Jessica Claridge ... Anthea

Poppy Rogers ... Jane

Johnathan Bailey ... Cyril

Alec and Zak Muggleton ... Lamb (the baby)

Alexander Pownall ... Horace

Kenneth Branagh ... Uncle Albert

Zoë Wanamaker ... Martha

Tara Fitzgerald ... Mother

. Alex Jennings ... Father

John Sessions ... Sergeant

Norman Wisdom ... Nesbit

Merchandise

Five Children and It Region 1 DVD