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The Phoenix and the Carpet

1976·Show
8Episodes in1Season
72
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A touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Heartwarming and awe-inspiring

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Wonder9
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Some situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Physical Comedy4

World

Fantasy, history, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure Escapism

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About

The Phoenix and the Carpet is an eight-part British miniseries based on E. Nesbit's 1904 fantasy novel of the same name. Produced by the BBC, it aired from 29 December 1976 to 16 February 1977. 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.
Classic Children's FantasyEdwardian Period PieceMagical AdventuresWholesome Family FunCharming & QuaintImaginative StorytellingBritish TV AdaptationComfort WatchNostalgic

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Is The Phoenix and the Carpet worth watching?

72
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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does The Phoenix and the Carpet have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 8 episodes of about 25 minutes each.

When did The Phoenix and the Carpet air?

It ran from 1976 to 1977 and has ended.

What language is The Phoenix and the Carpet in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.