Directed By:James Algar, Wilfred Jackson, Samuel Armstrong, Paul Satterfield, Bill Roberts, Hamilton Luske, Ben Sharpsteen, T. Hee, Jim Handley, David Hand, Norman Ferguson, Ford Beebe Jr.
Written By:Joe Grant, Dick Huemer, Lee Blair, Elmer Plummer, Leo Thiele, Arthur Heinemann, Campbell Grant, Vernon Stallings
Fantasia
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Universal Acclaim
96
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8.1
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Metascore
Universal Acclaim
94% Positive
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100
Fearless mix of classical music and animation, the one movie to satisfy that oft-misused adjective ''unique.'' [01 Nov 1991, p.3D]
100
This is a bold work that seeks to educate its young audience about classical music. But it is also playful and delightfully imaginative.
User score
Universal Acclaim
84% Positive
177 Ratings
177 Ratings
12% Mixed
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Dec 30, 2025
10
The best movie in the world ever! So funny and family friendly! You need to see it, A MUST SEE!
Apr 6, 2023
10
Fantasia is a true masterpiece of animation and music that has stood the test of time. This groundbreaking film, released by Disney in 1940, is a visual and auditory feast that captures the imagination and transports the viewer to a world of magic and wonder. The film features a series of animated vignettes set to classical music, each one more mesmerizing than the last. From the playful antics of Mickey Mouse in "The Sorcerer's Apprentice" to the sweeping grandeur of "The Rite of Spring," the animation is stunning and perfectly choreographed to the music. But what truly sets Fantasia apart is its use of sound. The film was one of the first to feature stereophonic sound, and the result is an immersive auditory experience that is simply breathtaking. The music comes alive in a way that is both thrilling and emotional, making the film a true feast for the senses. Even 80 years after its release, Fantasia remains a timeless masterpiece that has influenced generations of animators and musicians. It is a film that deserves to be seen and appreciated by all, and its impact on the world of animation and film is immeasurable. If you haven't seen it yet, do yourself a favor and experience the magic of Fantasia for yourself. You won't be disappointed.
100
It is icon, uplift, art of the future, nostalgia, psychedelic journey, Americana, technological triumph, classic.
100
A masterpiece of the art of animation. The concept and some of the episodes are tainted with kitsch, but there's no other animated film with its scope and ambition—it is, in Otis Ferguson's words, “one of the strange and beautiful things that have happened in the world.”
90
Fantasia best can be described as a successful experiment to life the relationship from the plane of popular, mass entertainment to the higher strata of appeal to lovers of classical music.
88
It’s unquestionably among Disney’s masterpieces.
40
This is a very patchy affair - while some of the animated pieces work, others come across as downright insane.
Oct 16, 2020
10
Truly a work of art. With its fantastic animation, unforgettable music, memorable characters and greatly told story all making this film an absolute must watch.
Sep 18, 2020
10
Fantasia is my personal icon for classical music and serves as also as famed 20th century conductor Leopold Stokowski being my personal idol for conducting music! Fantasia forever remains a timeless addition to my library of digitally purchased streaming content!!!
Aug 8, 2025
6
Its pretty good for what its going for I just didn't really enjoy half of it
Production Company:
- Walt Disney Animation Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Release Date:Nov 13, 1940
Duration:2 h 5 m
Rating:G
Tagline:Where every sound creates a picture
Awards
Academy Awards, USA
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations
DVD Exclusive Awards
• 1 Win & 2 Nominations
National Film Preservation Board, USA
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
