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The Dark Crystal (1982)

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Another world, another time...in the age of wonder.

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.

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Cast & Crew

Director
Frank Oz
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    Jen / High Priest, Ritual Master Jim Henson
  • Profile picture of Kathryn Mullen
    Kira, a Gelfling Kathryn Mullen
  • Profile picture of Frank Oz
    Aughra, a Keeper of Secrets / Chamberlain Frank Oz
  • Profile picture of Dave Goelz
    Fizzgig, a Friendly Monster / General, Garthim Master Dave Goelz
  • Profile picture of Steve Whitmire
    Scientist (voice) Steve Whitmire
  • Profile picture of Louise Gold
    Gourmand Louise Gold
  • Profile picture of Lisa Maxwell
    Kira (voice) Lisa Maxwell
  • Profile picture of Billie Whitelaw
    Aughra (voice) Billie Whitelaw

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