The NeverEnding Story 1984
“A boy who needs a friend finds a world that needs a hero in a land beyond imagination!”
What is The NeverEnding Story?
The NeverEnding Story is a film about a young boy who discovers a magical book in his school's attic. The book transports him to the extraordinary land of Fantasia, where a young warrior embarks on a perilous quest.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1984
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 101 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 6, 1984
- Original language
- DE
- Origin
- Germany
- Studios
- Constantin Film, Bavaria Film
- Budget
- $27,000,000
- Revenue
- $20,158,808
- Genres
- Adventure, Fantasy, Family
- Updated
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Overview
The NeverEnding Story is a film about a young boy who discovers a magical book in his school's attic. The book transports him to the extraordinary land of Fantasia, where a young warrior embarks on a perilous quest. In Fantasia, a young warrior must navigate the challenges of his world with the aid of a luck dragon named Falkor. The warrior's mission is to save Fantasia from the destructive force known as The Nothing. The story revolves around the boy's connection to the magical book and his journey into the world of Fantasia, where he witnesses the brave actions of the young warrior and his loyal companion. The film explores the themes of courage, friendship, and the power of imagination, as the boy and the warrior face the unknown dangers of their respective worlds.
Should you watch it?
“A bullied boy finds a magical book that pulls him into a fantastical realm needing a hero.”
- Features a unique magical book framing device
- Includes memorable fantastical characters like a luck dragon
- May be intense for very young viewers due to themes of destruction
Watch it if you enjoy classic fantasy adventures about magical worlds and young heroes.
The film contains themes of peril and destruction as a fantastical realm faces a force known as The Nothing.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the film released in the US?
The film was released on 07/20/1984 in the US.
What is the runtime of the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 41 minutes.
What genres does the film belong to?
The film belongs to the adventure, fantasy, and family genres.
What is the main character's name in the book story?
The book tells the tale of a young warrior named Atreyu.
Who helps the young warrior in the story?
A luck dragon named Falkor helps the warrior save Fantasia.