Babar: King of the Elephants.

Name: Babar: King of the Elephants
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Family
Released: 1999-02-26
Duration: 81 min
Cast: Dan Lett, Janet-Laine Green, Kristin Fairlie, Philip Williams, Wayne Robson

An elephant learns what leading means.

After losing his mother, young Babar finds shelter in a human city. He eventually returns to the elephants, carrying ideas that will help him become their king.

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Why it’s a little special

The familiar picture-book elephant offers a gentle starting point for talking about kindness and responsibility.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

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Know your little people.

General audiences

US film rating

Babar's mother is killed by a hunter. Separation, grief and conflict between animal communities may trouble younger viewers.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Raymond Jafelice
Starring: Dan Lett, Janet-Laine Green, Kristin Fairlie, Philip Williams, Wayne Robson, Ellen-Ray Hennessy, Chris Wiggins, Jennifer Martini, Kyle Fairlie, Elizabeth Hanna
Written by: Jean de Brunhoff, Raymond Jafelice, Peter Sauder
Produced by: Michael Hirsh, Patrick Loubert, Merle-Anne Ridley, Clifford Ross, Robert Réa, Clive A. Smith, Peter Völkle
Release date: February 26, 1999
Runtime: 81 minutes
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Family
Studio: Cinedigm
Language: English

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