Fantastic Planet

On the planet Ygam, the Draags, extremely technologically and spiritually advanced blue humanoids, consider the tiny Oms, human beings descendants of Terra's inhabitants, as ignorant animals. Those who live in slavery are treated as simple pets and used to entertain Draag children; those who live hidden in the hostile wilderness of the planet are periodically hunted and ruthlessly slaughtered as if they were vermin.

Tagline

“A sublime trip to a fine new world!”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Animation, Science Fiction

Director

René Laloux

Original Language

FR

What is Fantastic Planet about?

On the planet Ygam, the Draags, extremely technologically and spiritually advanced blue humanoids, consider the tiny Oms, human beings descendants of Terra's inhabitants, as ignorant animals. Those who live in slavery are treated as simple pets and used to entertain Draag children; those who live hidden in the hostile wilderness of the planet are periodically hunted and ruthlessly slaughtered as if they were vermin.

Who directed Fantastic Planet?

Fantastic Planet was directed by René Laloux.

When was Fantastic Planet released?

Fantastic Planet was released on December 1, 1973.

How long is Fantastic Planet?

Fantastic Planet has a runtime of 1h 12m.

Where can I track Fantastic Planet?

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