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Five Children and It (2004)

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.

  • Adventure
  • Fantasy
  • Family

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Tara FitzgeraldTara FitzgeraldMother
  • Photo of Freddie HighmoreFreddie HighmoreRobert
  • Photo of Alex JenningsAlex JenningsFather
  • Photo of Jonathan BaileyJonathan BaileyCyril
  • Photo of Jessica ClaridgeJessica ClaridgeAnthea
  • Photo of Poppy RogersPoppy RogersJane
  • Photo of Zoë WanamakerZoë WanamakerMartha
  • Photo of Kenneth BranaghKenneth BranaghUncle Albert
  • Photo of Eddie IzzardEddie IzzardIt
  • Photo of Duncan PrestonDuncan PrestonSergeant

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