The Phoenix and the Carpet (1997)
The Phoenix and the Carpet is a six-part British miniseries based on E. Nesbit's 1904 fantasy novel of the same name. Produced by HIT Entertainment for BBC One, it aired from 16 November to 21 December 1997. Four Edwardian children find a strange egg in their newly-arrived Persian carpet. It hatches into a Phoenix bird that grants wishes and also transforms the rug into a magic carpet, which takes them on a series of adventures all over the world and at home.
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David Suchet
The Phoenix (voice)
Francis Wright
The Psammead (voice)
Ben Simpson
Cyril
Jessica Fox
Anthea
Ivan Berry
Robert
Charlotte Chinn
Jane
Mary Waterhouse
Mother
Ian Keith
Father
FAQ about The Phoenix and the Carpet
What is The Phoenix and the Carpet about?
The Phoenix and the Carpet is a six-part British miniseries based on E. Nesbit's 1904 fantasy novel of the same name. Produced by HIT Entertainment for BBC One, it aired from 16 November to 21 December 1997.
Four Edwardian children find a strange egg in their newly-arrived…
When was The Phoenix and the Carpet released?
The Phoenix and the Carpet was released in 1997.
What genres does The Phoenix and the Carpet belong to?
The Phoenix and the Carpet is categorised as Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Kids.
Who stars in The Phoenix and the Carpet?
The cast of The Phoenix and the Carpet includes David Suchet, Francis Wright, Ben Simpson, Jessica Fox, Ivan Berry.
How many seasons of The Phoenix and the Carpet are there?
The Phoenix and the Carpet has 1 season(s) and 6 episodes.