IMDb >
Once Upon a Forest (1993)
Watch It
Buy it at Amazon
Rent it at Blockbuster.com
Discuss in Boards More at IMDb Pro Add to My Movies Update Data
BETA
Discuss in Boards More at IMDb Pro Add to My Movies Update Data
Quicklinks
Top Links
trailers and videosfull cast and crewtriviaofficial sitesmemorable quotesOverview
main detailscombined detailsfull cast and crewcompany creditstv scheduleAwards & Reviews
user commentsexternal reviewsnewsgroup reviewsawardsuser ratingsparents guiderecommendationsmessage boardPlot & Quotes
plot summarysynopsisplot keywordsAmazon.com summarymemorable quotesFun Stuff
triviagoofssoundtrack listingcrazy creditsalternate versionsmovie connectionsFAQOther Info
merchandising linksbox office/businessrelease datesfilming locationstechnical specslaserdisc detailsDVD detailsliterature listingsNewsDeskPromotional
taglines trailers and videos posters photo galleryExternal Links
showtimesofficial sitesmiscellaneousphotographssound clipsvideo clipsOnce Upon a Forest (1993) More at IMDbPro »
| Videos |
Overview
User Rating:
Director:
Writers:
Release Date:
18 June 1993 (USA)
more
Tagline:
An Adventurous Race Against Time!
Plot:
A young mouse, mole and hedgehog risk their lives to find a cure for their badger friend, who's been poisoned by men. full summary | add synopsis
Awards:
1 win
&
1 nomination
more
User Comments:
Touching movie
more (20 total)
Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Michael Crawford | ... | Cornelius (voice) | |
| Ben Vereen | ... | Phineas (voice) | |
| Ellen Blain | ... | Abigail (voice) | |
| Benji Gregory | ... | Edgar (voice) (as Ben Gregory) | |
| Paige Gosney | ... | Russell (voice) | |
| Elisabeth Moss | ... | Michelle (voice) (as Elizabeth Moss) | |
| Paul Eiding | ... | Abigail's Father (voice) | |
| Janet Waldo | ... | Edgar's Mom (voice) | |
| Susan Silo | ... | Russell's Mom (voice) | |
| Will Estes | ... | Willy (voice) (as Will Nipper) | |
| Charles Adler | ... | Waggs (voice) (as Charlie Adler) | |
| Rickey D'Shon Collins | ... | Bosworth (voice) (as Rickey Collins) | |
| Angel Harper | ... | Bosworth's Mom (voice) | |
| Don Reed | ... | Marshbird (voice) | |
| Robert David Hall | ... | Truck Driver (voice) |
Additional Details
Also Known As:
The Endangered (USA) (working title)
more
more
Parents Guide:
Runtime:
71 min
Language:
Color:
Aspect Ratio:
1.37 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Certification:
Company:
Fun Stuff
Trivia:
Michael Crawford has stated he had a terrible time singing the song "Please Wake Up" as it was a grown-up singing to a child who was on the verge of dying. He had to struggle not to cry while recording.
more
Goofs:
Continuity: Edgar loses his scarf, and just before they go to sleep, after Michelle has been taken care of, his scarf is back around his neck.
more
Soundtrack:
Please Wake Up
more
FAQ
This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.more (20 total)
Message Boards
Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for Once Upon a Forest (1993) moreRecommendations
If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
Show more recommendations
|
|
|
|
|
| Stardust | The Lion King | Bambi | FernGully: The Last Rainforest | Labyrinth |
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
Related Links
| Full cast and crew | Company credits | External reviews |
| IMDb Animation section | IMDb UK section | Add this title to MyMovies |


Once Upon A Forest is a touching film. Its strong emotions and sincere message make it as captivating for both children and adults. The central story is one of love. Three children venture into a frightening world to save one whose life has only begun. It all takes place in a world endangered, setting the stage for an environmental message - one that avoids demonizing mankind. There's even a bit of social commentary near the end. The music helps to heighten the mood. "Please Wake Up" and the closer "Once Upon A Time With Me" are simply beautiful, even if they are hinted at a bit too much. "Please Wake Up" is sung by the aging Cornelius early in the film, and Michael Crawford's emotional performance, truly on the verge of tears, immortalizes it with such sincerity. The film's only real flaw is its length. At the very least, the whole day skipped when the furlings set out on their journey could have been touched on. I could nitpick with small problems, but I won't. It's rare that a children's animated film has such heart. It's also rare that such a film dares to defy the "happy ending at all costs" attitude.