The Sword in the Stone

Name: The Sword in the Stone
Director: Wolfgang Reitherman
Genre: Animation, Family, Fantasy
Released: 1963-01-01
Duration: 79 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Sebastian Cabot, Karl Swenson, Junius Matthews, Martha Wentworth, Norman Alden

1963Dir. Wolfgang Reitherman1h 19m

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Runtime1h 19m

Released1963

Budget$3M

Box office$22.2M

DirectorWolfgang Reitherman

About This Movie

The Sword in the Stone has this whimsical yet educational vibe. It’s got that classic Disney charm, but with a twist. Wart's journey with Merlin is filled with playful moments and clever lessons about knowledge and growth. The animation is colorful and fluid, typical of the period, but there's a certain warmth in the character designs that feels uniquely Disney. I'd say the pacing can feel a bit uneven, especially in the middle, but the humor makes up for it. Plus, the voice performances, especially from Karl Swenson as Merlin, add a quirky depth. It’s like a little fairy tale wrapped in life lessons, which isn’t always easy to find in animation from this era.

Released by Walt Disney Productions in 1963. · Based on T.H. White's novel of the same name. · Features the Sherman Brothers' catchy songs. · Last animated feature directed by Wolfgang Reitherman.