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The Phoenix and the Carpet (1997)

TV Series 28 min

Sci-Fi & Fantasy Kids

The Phoenix and the Carpet is a six-part British miniseries based on E. Nesbit's 1904 fantasy novel of the same name. Produced by HIT Entertainment for BBC One, it aired from 16 November to 21 December 1997. Four Edwardian children find a strange egg in their newly-arrived Persian carpet. It hatches into a Phoenix bird that grants wishes and also transforms the rug into a magic carpet, which takes them on a series of adventures all over the world and at home.

Edith Nesbit Creator Michael Kerrigan Director Helen Cresswell Writer

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Released
November 16, 1997
Runtime
28 min
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Studio
HiT Entertainment,

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Cast

David Suchet David Suchet The Phoenix (voice) Francis Wright Francis Wright The Psammead (voice) Ben Simpson Cyril Jessica Fox Jessica Fox Anthea Ivan Berry Robert Charlotte Chinn Jane Mary Waterhouse Mother Ian Keith Ian Keith Father

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Phoenix and the Carpet about?
The Phoenix and the Carpet is a six-part British miniseries based on E. Nesbit's 1904 fantasy novel of the same name. Produced by HIT Entertainment for BBC One, it aired from 16 November to 21 December 1997. Four Edwardian children find a strange egg in their newly-arrived Persian carpet. It hatches into a Phoenix bird that grants wishes and also transforms the rug into a magic carpet, which takes them on a series of adventures all over the world and at home.
Who created The Phoenix and the Carpet?
The Phoenix and the Carpet was created by Edith Nesbit, Michael Kerrigan.
Who stars in The Phoenix and the Carpet?
The Phoenix and the Carpet stars David Suchet, Francis Wright, Ben Simpson, Jessica Fox.
When was The Phoenix and the Carpet released?
The Phoenix and the Carpet is a 1997 sci-fi & fantasy, kids series.
Where can I watch The Phoenix and the Carpet?
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