The Land Before Time (1988) movie poster

The Land Before Time (1988)

"It is the dawn of time, the land of the dinosaur. Lost and alone, Littlefoot and his friends are about to embark on the journey of a lifetime."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 86%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 66% (RT: 65%, MC: 66) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
FamilyAnimationAdventure

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Runtime
1h 9m
Country
United States of America, Ireland
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (2,701 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
65%
Metacritic
66
Cast
Gabriel Damon as Littlefoot (voice)
Candace Hutson as Cera (voice)
Will Ryan as Petrie (voice)
Judith Barsi as Ducky (voice)
Helen Shaver as Littlefoot's Mother (voice)
Pat Hingle as Narrator / Rooter (voice)
Bill Erwin as Grandfather (voice)
Burke Byrnes as Daddy Topps (voice)
Yes. 86% of real audiences liked it based on 2,701 votes. Critics gave it 66%.
Overview
An orphaned brontosaurus named Littlefoot sets off in search of the legendary Great Valley. A land of lush vegetation where the dinosaurs can thrive and live in peace. Along the way he meets four other young dinosaurs, each one a different species, and they encounter several obstacles as they learn to work together in order to survive. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The original script for The Land Before Time was written over a decade before production finally began in 1988.
  • Many of the practical effects used in the climax were achieved without any CGI.
  • Eagle-eyed viewers have noticed a hidden easter egg referencing Don Bluth's previous film in the background of the opening scene.
Audience Consensus

The Land Before Time is a 1988 family, animation, adventure film directed by Don Bluth. An orphaned brontosaurus named Littlefoot sets off in search of the legendary Great Valley. A land of lush vegetation where the dinosaurs can thrive and live in peace.

Along the way he meets four other young dinosaurs, each one a different species, and they encounter several obstacles as they learn to work together in order to survive. The film has been rated by 2,701 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a family film, The Land Before Time delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Land Before Time (1988) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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