The Princess and the Goblin (film)

The Princess and the Goblin is a 1991 animated musical fantasy film directed by József Gémes. It is based on the 1872 novel of the same name by George MacDonald. The film follows the story of Princess Irene, who discovers a secret world of goblins beneath her castle. With the help of a young miner named Curdie and her wise great-grandmother, also named Irene, the princess must foil the goblins' plot to kidnap her and flood the mines.

The film features the voices of Sally Ann Marsh as Princess Irene, Joss Ackland as King Papa, Victor Spinetti as Goblin King, and Roy Kinnear as BullyWeed. Music was composed by István Vukán.

The Princess and the Goblin received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised the film's animation style and musical score, others criticized its pacing and deviations from the source material. The film has since garnered a cult following, particularly among fans of animated fantasy films. It is notable for its darker tone compared to other animated films of the era and its exploration of themes such as courage, faith, and the battle between good and evil.