The Dark Crystal (1982)

On another planet in the distant past, a Gelfling embarks on a quest to find the missing shard of a magical crystal, and to restore order to his world.

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Domestic (93.3%)
$41,613,957
International (6.7%)
$3,010,291
Worldwide
$44,625,778
Summary Details
Domestic DistributorUniversal Pictures
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Domestic Opening$4,657,335
Earliest Release DateDecember 17, 1982 (Domestic)
Running Time1 hr 33 min
GenresAdventure Family Fantasy
FilmmakersRole
Jim Henson Director
Frank Oz Director
David Odell Writer
Jim Henson Writer
Jim Henson Producer
Gary Kurtz Producer
Trevor Jones Composer
Oswald Morris Cinematographer
Ralph Kemplen Editor
Harry Lange Production Designer
CastRole
Jim Henson
Jen, a Gelfling (performer)/High Priest, Ritual Master (performer)
Kathryn Mullen
Kira, a Gelfling (performer)
Frank Oz
Aughra, a Keeper Of Secrets (performer)/Chamberlain (performer)
Dave Goelz
Fizzgig, a Friendly Monster (performer)/General, Garthim Master (performer)