description Bedknobs and Broomsticks Overview
Bedknobs and Broomsticks is a 1971 Disney film adapting Mary Norton’s classic novels. The story follows a young witch, Miss Price, and a group of children who learn magic to fight against invading German forces during World War II. Angela Lansbury delivers a memorable performance in this unique blend of live-action and animation appealing to families and fans of fantasy adventure.
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info Bedknobs and Broomsticks Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 1971 |
help Bedknobs and Broomsticks FAQ
Which books inspired Bedknobs and Broomsticks?
The 1971 Disney film draws from Mary Norton's books The Magic Bed-Knob and Bonfires and Broomsticks. Bill Walsh and Don DaGradi expanded the material with the World War II setting and the film's musical adventure structure. [Disney](https://movies.disney.com/bedknobs-and-broomsticks)
How does the magical bedknob work in the film?
Miss Price enchants an ordinary bedknob with a traveling spell, allowing the bed and the children to travel to distant places. One destination is the animated Isle of Naboombu, where they search for a powerful spell. [Disney](https://movies.disney.com/bedknobs-and-broomsticks)
How does World War II affect the story?
Charlie, Carrie, and Paul are evacuated from London and stay with apprentice witch Eglantine Price while German forces threaten England. The children and Miss Price eventually use magic, including Substitutiary Locomotion, to help defend the country. [D23](https://d23.com/a-to-z/bedknobs-and-broomsticks-film/)
Who stars in Bedknobs and Broomsticks?
Angela Lansbury plays Miss Price and David Tomlinson plays Emelius Browne. Robert Stevenson directed the live-action and animated musical, which includes songs by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman. [D23](https://d23.com/a-to-z/bedknobs-and-broomsticks-film/)
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