The Adventures of Mark Twain

The Adventures of Mark Twain (1985)

22/11/1985 (GB)
Animation, Adventure, Family, Action
1h 26m

Where dreams become reality.

Overview

Based on elements from the stories of Mark Twain, this feature-length Claymation fantasy follows the adventures of Tom Sawyer, Becky Thatcher and Huck Finn as they stowaway aboard the interplanetary balloon of Mark Twain. Twain, disgusted with the human race, is intent upon finding Halley's Comet and crashing into it, achieving his "destiny." It's up to Tom, Becky, and Huck to convince him that his judgment is wrong and that he still has much to offer humanity that might make a difference. Their efforts aren't just charitable; if they fail, they will share Twain's fate. Along the way, they use a magical time portal to get a detailed overview of the Twain philosophy, observing the "historical" events that inspired his works.

  • Will VintonDirector
  • Susan ShadburneWriter
  • Status

    Released

  • Original Language

    English

  • Revenue

    $849,915

Keywords

  • stowaway
  • comet
  • portal
  • balloon
  • stop motion
  • halley's comet
  • claymation

Top Billed Cast

James Whitmore

James Whitmore

Mark Twain (voice)

Michele Mariana

Michele Mariana

Becky Thatcher (voice)

Gary Krug

Huck Finn (voice)

Chris Ritchie

Tom Sawyer (voice)

John Morrison

Adam (voice)

Carol Edelman

Eve (voice)

Dal McKennon

Dal McKennon

Jim Smiley (voice)

Herb Smith

The Stranger (voice)

Marley Stone

Aunt Polly (voice)

Wilbur Vincent

The Mysterious Stranger (voice)

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