Pufnstuf (1970)

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This children's fantasy is based on Sid and Marty Krofft's popular 1960s kiddy show H.R. Pufnstuff, which combined giant puppets and live action players. In the story, a young lad with a magical flute travels to a magic island where inanimate objects and animals talk. There he encounters the amiable… More This children's fantasy is based on Sid and Marty Krofft's popular 1960s kiddy show H.R. Pufnstuff, which combined giant puppets and live action players. In the story, a young lad with a magical flute travels to a magic island where inanimate objects and animals talk. There he encounters the amiable dragon Pufnstuf, the mayor of the island. When the wicked Witchiepoo steals the flute so she can be named "Witch of the Year" by her cronies, the boy, the dragon, and their pals must somehow get it back from her enchanted castle. Songs include "Pufnstuf", "Angel Raid", "Charge", "Fire in the Castle", "Happy Hour", "Leaving Living Island", "Rescue Racer to the Rescue", "Witchiepoo's Lament" and ""Different"". ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi

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Rating, Runtime: G, 1 hr. 38 min.
Directed By: Hollingsworth Morse, John Howard Davies
Written By: John Fenton Murray, Si Rose
Genres: Kids & Family, Musical & Performing Arts, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Comedy

On DVD: May 19, 2009
Studio: Nelson Entertainment

Critic Reviews

Austin Kennedy, Sin Magazine
I probably would have enjoyed this more seeing it with a Midnight crowd, laughing at how outrageous the whole film was. But sitting at home by myself, I found myself losing interest.

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Randy T

Not great cinema but who cares?! This is, for me, pure, unadulterated nostalgic bliss! (Did you know that it's almost physically impossible to say "Witchiepoo" and be unhappy?)
Jessica v

I never truly understood the meaning of the phrase, "So good, it's bad". Oh God, do I know now. This... jeez, where do I even begin...? I've never seen such a tripped-out children's film. Hippie trees, wacky Technicolour sets, and a dash of "angel… More
I never truly understood the meaning of the phrase, "So good, it's bad". Oh God, do I know now. This... jeez, where do I even begin...? I've never seen such a tripped-out children's film. Hippie trees, wacky Technicolour sets, and a dash of "angel dust". Get the idea? Plus H. R. Pufnstuf himself can't seem to keep his eyes from going googly. Veeeeery creepy, I assure you. But Jack Wild is positively wonderful, and the witches' convention is a very cool touch. If someone you love hasn't been exposed to this film... you're doing them a disservice. Just try not to watch this on drugs. I think you might lose your freaking mind.
Anthony V

One of my favorite movies from childhood. I can sing along with all the songs, much to my wife's s chagrin.