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The Sand Fairy (1992)

The Psammead is an 'it', an ancient, ill-tempered sand-fairy with a spider-shaped body, bat-like ears, and snail-like eyes. It is grumpy but has the power to grant one wish a day, which must be made before sunset. Five siblings—Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and infant Hilary—encounter It and experience the highs and lows of frivolous wish-making. A feature-length edit of the BBC miniseries.

  • Adventure
  • Family
  • Fantasy

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Simon GodwinSimon GodwinCyril
  • Photo of Nicole MowatNicole MowatAnthea
  • Photo of Charles RichardsCharles RichardsRobert
  • Photo of Tamzen AudasTamzen AudasJane
  • Photo of Lewis WilsonLewis WilsonThe Lamb
  • Photo of Alexander WilsonAlexander WilsonThe Lamb
  • Photo of Laura BrattanLaura BrattanMartha
  • Photo of Francis WrightFrancis WrightThe Psammead

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