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THE BLACK CAULDRON

(The Black Cauldron)
A film directed by Ted Berman, Richard Rich
1985 - 80 minutes - Color - Dolby - 2.20

SYNOPSIS

In  the  mystical land of Prydain, Taran, a young boy who dreams of a
future as an invincible warrior, finds himself leading a real-life quest. In a race against the evil Horned King, Taran must be the first to find the
mysterious Black Cauldron, or the Horned King will unleash its power and take over the world.  With   the   help   of   a   magic   sword,   an
enchanting  princess,  an  adorable  clairvoyant  pig,  and  a furry little
creature named Gurgi, Taran overcomes winged  dragons,  the  King's
monstrous  henchmen,  three  batty  witches,  and more -- and learns
nothing is as powerful as courage and friendship.

MAIN CAST

Grant Bardsley
Susan Sheridan
Freddie Jones
Nigel Hawthorne
Arthur Malet
John Byner
Lindsay Rich
Brandon Call
Gregory Levinson
Eda Reiss Merin
Adele Malis-Morey
Billie Hayes
Phil Fondacaro
Peter Renaday
James Almanzar
Taran (voice)
Eilonwy (voice)
Dallben (voice)
Fflewddur Fflam (voice)
King Eidilleg (voice)
Gurgi / Doli (voice)
Fairfolk (voice)
Fairfolk (voice)
Fairfolk (voice)
Orddu (voice)
Orwen (voice)
Orgoch (voice)
Creeper / Henchman (voice)
Henchman (voice)
Henchman (voice)

ALSO KNOWN AS

Taran and the Magic Cauldron (inc)
El caldero mágico (int)

RELEASE DATES

US Release Date: July 24, 1985
UK Release Date: October 11, 1985

PRODUCTION

Walt Disney Pictures
Silver Screen Partners II

DISTRIBUTORS

Buena Vista Pictures (USA)

BOX-OFFICE

Budget
$44,000,000
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