Four Kids and It (2020)
A charming British family fantasy where a wish-granting sand fairy teaches four children that magic always comes with unexpected consequences.
Four Kids and It - Movie Information
- Original Title: Four Kids and It
- Release Year: 2020
- Directed by: Andy de Emmony
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Family, Fantasy
- Age Rating (US): PG
- Runtime: 1h 50m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): April 3, 2020 (United Kingdom), June 30, 2020 (United States - PG), July 2, 2021 (Spain)
- Alternative Titles: Четверо дітей і Воно (UA), Faça Um Pedido! (BR), ¡Pide un deseo! (MX)
- Production Companies: Dan Films, Deadpan Pictures, Kindle Entertainment
- Production Countries: United Kingdom
Four Kids and It - Plot
A group of kids on holiday in Cornwall meet a magical creature on the beach with the power to grant wishes.
Four Kids and It - Trailer
See the magic unfold in the official trailer for this enchanting family adventure:
Be careful what you wish for.
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Four Kids and It - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Andy de Emmony
Main Cast
- Matthew Goode
- Pippa Haywood
- Paula Patton
- Michael Caine
- Russell Brand
- William Franklyn-Miller
- Billy Jenkins
- Ashley Aufderheide
- Jacqueline Wilson
- Teddie Allen
Writers
- Simon Lewis
Producers
- Julie Baines
- Anne Brogan
- Paul Donovan
- Jonathan Taylor
Four Kids and It - FAQs
Where can you stream Four Kids and It?
Four Kids and It is available to stream on Starz and Philo in the US. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Check JustWatch for the most current availability in your region.
Is Four Kids and It based on a book?
Yes. Four Kids and It is based on the 2012 novel of the same name by Jacqueline Wilson, which is itself a modern reimagining of E. Nesbit's classic 1902 children's novel Five Children and It. Jacqueline Wilson even appears as herself in the film adaptation.
Who are the main actors in Four Kids and It?
The film stars Matthew Goode as David, Paula Patton as Alice, Russell Brand as the villain Tristan Trent, and Michael Caine voicing the magical creature Psammead. The four children are played by William Franklyn-Miller, Billy Jenkins, Ashley Aufderheide, and Teddie Allen.
What is Four Kids and It about?
Four Kids and It follows two sets of stepsiblings on holiday in Cornwall who discover a sand fairy called the Psammead on the beach. The ancient creature grants each of them a wish per day, but as the children soon learn, wishes rarely turn out the way you expect.
What age rating does Four Kids and It have?
Four Kids and It is rated PG in the United States, making it suitable for family viewing. The rating reflects mild fantasy peril and some comedic situations appropriate for children, though parental guidance is suggested for younger viewers.
Who directed Four Kids and It?
Four Kids and It was directed by Andy de Emmony, a British filmmaker known primarily for his television work. The screenplay was written by Simon Lewis, adapting Jacqueline Wilson's novel for the screen.
How long is Four Kids and It?
Four Kids and It has a runtime of 1 hour and 50 minutes (110 minutes), making it a full-length feature film well suited to a family movie night without overstaying its welcome for younger audiences.
What movies are similar to Four Kids and It?
If you enjoyed Four Kids and It, you might also like The Spiderwick Chronicles (2008), My Neighbor Totoro (1988), Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004), and Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) — all films blending childhood wonder with fantastical creatures and a touch of peril.
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