The Magic Roundabout
- 2005
- 1h 21m
IMDb RATING
5.2/10
3.7K
YOUR RATING
A group of friends embark on a dangerous journey in an effort to imprison their oppressor, the evil wizard Zeebad.A group of friends embark on a dangerous journey in an effort to imprison their oppressor, the evil wizard Zeebad.A group of friends embark on a dangerous journey in an effort to imprison their oppressor, the evil wizard Zeebad.
Robbie Williams
- Dougal
- (English version)
- (voice)
Ian McKellen
- Zebedee
- (English version)
- (voice)
Bill Nighy
- Dylan
- (English version)
- (voice)
Kylie Minogue
- Florence
- (voice)
Jim Broadbent
- Brian
- (English version)
- (voice)
Joanna Lumley
- Ermintrude
- (English version)
- (voice)
Ray Winstone
- Soldier Sam
- (English version)
- (voice)
Daniella Loftus
- Coral
- (English version)
- (voice)
Ediz Mahmut
- Basil
- (English version)
- (voice)
Jimmy Hibbert
- Additional Voices
- (English version)
- (voice)
Michel Galabru
- Zabadie
- (voice)
Valérie Lemercier
- Azalée
- (voice)
Elie Semoun
- Zébulon
- (voice)
Vanessa Paradis
- Margote
- (voice)
Eddy Mitchell
- Flappy
- (voice)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaMost of the character's lines were re-dubbed by American actors for the American release under the title Doogal (2006). Ian McKellen was the only cast member to retain his voice tracks for said release.
- GoofsWhen Dylan is supposed to be playing guitar for Ermintrude's concert, he nearly falls asleep before coming round and starting to play and sing 'You Really Got Me' by The Kinks however Dylan is playing an acoustic guitar whereas the music has clearly got an electric guitar and not an acoustic one playing, this is particularly noticeable during his solo at the start of the song.
- Crazy creditsThere are two post-credit scenes. One shows Zeebad imprisoned on a rock surrounded by lava. The other (only seen in the British and American versions) has Zebedee telling the audience "time for bed".
- Alternate versionsAt least five to ten minutes of footage is cut from the American edited version of the film known as Doogal (2006).
- ConnectionsAlternate-language version of Doogal (2006)
Featured review
Charming, for children of all ages!
I was part of the 40% adult demographic that was was addicted to the Eric Thompson version, that went out on TV in the UK years ago, and I have a DVD of the Nigel Planer ones too. I was therefore looking forward to this for another fix, especially Tom Baker's Zeebad and Bill Nighy's Dylan.
It is visually delightful, the main part of the story where the Zebadee rules over a wintry ice kingdom is even prettier than the summery scenes at the beginning and end! The characters are more animated and better able to sustain your attention for the length of a feature film though I was surprised initially at the changes, not having seen any trailers beforehand. The plot is fairly simple but they always were, and so beautifully depicted that I can't see it matters. The love interest is as unexpected as it is sweet! The dialogue is as funny as you would expect from previous versions and the characters are as we always knew them. I loved Dylan's sudden concern when it was pointed out that grass was under threat!
I had forgotten how I had to get used to Nigel Planer's voice after being used to Eric Thompson's and this happened again. Once I had adjusted though it was delightful. The songs are nothing special and not as catchy or charming as the original tune but they fitted in just fine. I LOVED Ermintrude's opera singing! I had forgotten that attribute of her character!
Probably one I will enjoy more on dark winter nights when I need cheering up, accompanied by a mug of hot chocolate, sugar almonds and marrons glacés rather than popcorn, much more than than in warm weather. A film you can happily watch with children too. Just keep die hards and cynics at bay!
The DVD is excellent with a lot of extras and a an interactive two level quiz for youngsters when they have seen the film a few times and want a bit more involvement.
All in all, I recommend this to children of all ages.
It is visually delightful, the main part of the story where the Zebadee rules over a wintry ice kingdom is even prettier than the summery scenes at the beginning and end! The characters are more animated and better able to sustain your attention for the length of a feature film though I was surprised initially at the changes, not having seen any trailers beforehand. The plot is fairly simple but they always were, and so beautifully depicted that I can't see it matters. The love interest is as unexpected as it is sweet! The dialogue is as funny as you would expect from previous versions and the characters are as we always knew them. I loved Dylan's sudden concern when it was pointed out that grass was under threat!
I had forgotten how I had to get used to Nigel Planer's voice after being used to Eric Thompson's and this happened again. Once I had adjusted though it was delightful. The songs are nothing special and not as catchy or charming as the original tune but they fitted in just fine. I LOVED Ermintrude's opera singing! I had forgotten that attribute of her character!
Probably one I will enjoy more on dark winter nights when I need cheering up, accompanied by a mug of hot chocolate, sugar almonds and marrons glacés rather than popcorn, much more than than in warm weather. A film you can happily watch with children too. Just keep die hards and cynics at bay!
The DVD is excellent with a lot of extras and a an interactive two level quiz for youngsters when they have seen the film a few times and want a bit more involvement.
All in all, I recommend this to children of all ages.
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- Sagewhoknowsheronions
- Sep 25, 2005
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- Budget
- $20,000,000 (estimated)
- Runtime1 hour 21 minutes
- Color
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