FairyTale: A True Story(1997)
“Believe.”
Overview
In 1917, two children take a photograph, which is soon believed by some to be the first scientific evidence of the existence of fairies. Based on the true story of the Cottingley Fairies.
Director
Charles Sturridge
Studio
Icon Productions
Revenue
$14M
Cast
Florence Hoath
as Elsie Wright
Elizabeth Earl
as Frances Griffiths
Paul McGann
as Arthur Wright
Peter O'Toole
as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Harvey Keitel
as Harry Houdini
Phoebe Nicholls
as Polly Wright
Bill Nighy
as Edward Gardner
Tim McInnerny
as John Ferret, a Reporter
Joseph May
as Houdini's Assistant
Peter Mullan
as Sergeant Farmer
Anna Chancellor
as Peter Pan
Lara Morgan
as Jean Doyle
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1997
Runtime
1h 39m
Language
English
Rating
6.4 / 10
Box Office
$14M
Production Companies
Icon Productions • Wendy Finerman Productions • Paramount Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch FairyTale: A True Story?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for FairyTale: A True Story (1997).
What is FairyTale: A True Story about?▼
In 1917, two children take a photograph, which is soon believed by some to be the first scientific evidence of the existence of fairies. Based on the true story of the Cottingley Fairies.
Who directed FairyTale: A True Story?▼
FairyTale: A True Story was directed by Charles Sturridge and released in 1997. It is a fantasy, drama, mystery, family film.
How long is FairyTale: A True Story?▼
FairyTale: A True Story has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
Who stars in FairyTale: A True Story?▼
The cast of FairyTale: A True Story includes Florence Hoath as Elsie Wright, Elizabeth Earl as Frances Griffiths, Paul McGann as Arthur Wright, Peter O'Toole as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Harvey Keitel as Harry Houdini and more.
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