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The Dark Crystal

7.219821h 33mPGMovieAdventureFamilyFantasy

On another planet in the distant past, a Gelfling embarks on a quest to find the missing shard of a magical crystal and restore order to his world, before the grotesque race of Skeksis find and use the crystal for evil.

DirectorsJim Henson·Frank Oz
WritersDavid Odell·Jim Henson
ProducersDavid Lazer·Gary Kurtz

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Cast · Directed by Jim Henson

JHJim Henson
Jim Henson
Jen / High Priest, Ritual Master
KMKathryn Mullen
Kathryn Mullen
Kira, a Gelfling
FOFrank Oz
Frank Oz
Aughra, a Keeper of Secrets / Chamberlain
DGDave Goelz
Dave Goelz
Fizzgig, a Friendly Monster / General, Garthim Master
SWSteve Whitmire
Steve Whitmire
Scientist (voice)
LGLouise Gold
Louise Gold
Gourmand
BMBrian Meehl
Brian Meehl
Ornamentalist / Urzah / Dying Master
SGStephen Garlick
Stephen Garlick
Jen (voice)
LMLisa Maxwell
Lisa Maxwell
Kira (voice)
BWBillie Whitelaw
Billie Whitelaw
Aughra (voice)
PE
Percy Edwards
Fizzgig (voice)
BDBarry Dennen
Barry Dennen
Chamberlain / Podling (voice)

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The Dark Crystal — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Dark Crystal?

The Dark Crystal is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, ITVX Premium and Amazon Prime Video Free in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Sky Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Dark Crystal on Netflix?

No, The Dark Crystal is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and ITVX Premium.

Is The Dark Crystal on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Dark Crystal is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom as of November 2026.

Where can I watch The Dark Crystal for free?

The Dark Crystal is available to stream free (with ads) on Amazon Prime Video Free and ITVX in United Kingdom.