Film
Pete's Dragon (1977)
Brazzle Dazzle Brilliance!
Animation, Comedy, Family, Fantasy· Directed by Don Chaffey· 128 min
Overview
Pete, a young orphan, runs away to a Maine fishing town with his best friend a lovable, sometimes invisible dragon named Elliott! When they are taken in by a kind lighthouse keeper, Nora, and her father, Elliott's prank playing lands them in big trouble. Then, when crooked salesmen try to capture Elliott for their own gain, Pete must attempt a daring rescue.
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- A brazzle dazzle extravagazzle.
- Featuring Elliott, the fearsome, frolicking, fun-loving dragon!
- Introducing an incendiary newcomer, Elliott, Pete's dragon.
- Brightest, liveliest musical: It's real! It's fantasy! It's fun!
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- His name is Elliott. He's 20 feet high, 40 feet long. He can become invisible at the drop of a hat, or spew red hot flames. In fact, there's only one way to bring this awesome beast under control... rub his tummy.
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Connections
Top billing
- Sean Marshall as Pete
- Helen Reddy as Nora
- Jim Dale as Dr. Terminus
- Mickey Rooney as Lampie
- Red Buttons as Hoagy