The Tinderbox (film)

The Tinderbox (film) refers to multiple film adaptations of the classic fairy tale "The Tinderbox" (Danish: Fyrtøjet) by Hans Christian Andersen. Due to the story's enduring popularity and relatively straightforward narrative, it has been adapted into numerous animated and live-action films across various countries.

Adaptations often vary in length, tone, and target audience, ranging from short animated segments within larger anthology films to feature-length productions. Common elements retained across adaptations include a soldier who acquires a magical tinderbox that can summon powerful dogs to grant his wishes. His use of this power leads to both great fortune and significant challenges, often involving royalty and moral dilemmas.

Notable adaptations include, but are not limited to:

• Animated shorts produced in various countries like Russia (Soviet Union), Czechoslovakia, and others.
• Feature-length animated films.
• Live-action adaptations, which may modernize the setting or alter plot details while retaining the core themes and characters.

Because of the numerous adaptations, it's important to specify which version of The Tinderbox (film) is being discussed. Details like the year of release, the country of origin, the director, and the production company are all helpful in distinguishing between different film adaptations.