The King and the Mockingbird
Originally released in 1980. The King and the Mockingbird is a animation/family film. directed by Paul Grimault. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jean Martin, Renaud Marx, and Agnès Viala
Synopsis
A young shepherdess and a chimneysweep plan to get married and escape the clutches of a tyrannical king in love with her, assisted by the guile of a cheeky mockingbird, the king's archenemy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 19, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (405 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jean Martin
as L’oiseau (voice)
Renaud Marx
as Le ramoneur (voice)
Agnès Viala
as La bergère (voice)
Pascal Mazzotti
as Le roi (voice)
Albert Médina
as Le belluaire / Le haut hurleur (voice)
Philippe Derrez
as Le liftier / Le speaker (voice)
Raymond Bussières
as Le chef de la police (voice)
Roger Blin
as L’aveugle (voice)
Claude Piéplu
as Le maire du palais (voice)
Hubert Deschamps
as Le sentencieux (voice)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Films Paul Grimault
- Les Films Gibé
- Antenne 2
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The King and the Mockingbird about?
A young shepherdess and a chimneysweep plan to get married and escape the clutches of a tyrannical king in love with her, assisted by the guile of a cheeky mockingbird, the king's archenemy.
Who directed The King and the Mockingbird?
The King and the Mockingbird was directed by Paul Grimault.
How long is The King and the Mockingbird?
The King and the Mockingbird has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was The King and the Mockingbird released?
The King and the Mockingbird was released on March 19, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The King and the Mockingbird?
The main cast of The King and the Mockingbird includes Jean Martin, Renaud Marx, Agnès Viala, Pascal Mazzotti, Albert Médina.
Is The King and the Mockingbird worth watching?
The King and the Mockingbird has a user rating of 7.8/10 based on 405 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.