Storyline

Another planet, another time. One thousand years ago, the mysterious Dark Crystal was damaged by one of the Urskeks and an age of chaos has began. The evil race of grotesque birdlike lizards, the Skeksis, gnomish dragons who rule their fantastic planet with an iron claw. Meanwhile, orphan Jen, raised in solitude by a race of the peace-loving wizards called the Mystics, embarks on a quest to find the missing shard of the Dark Crystal which gives the Skeksis their power and restore the balance of the universe.

Plot Keywords

mutation, slavery, good versus evil, magic, mission, sword and sorcery, monster, quest, crystal, relic, sorceress, christ allegory, surrealism, race against time, kingdom, creature, directed by star, epic, invented language, darkness

Short Review

As narrative, the incidents in The Dark Crystal are unremarkable; as the excuse for special effects, fanciful decor and eccentric characters, they do nicely enough.

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Streaming Service

1. Vudu : [SD - Buy: 13.99, Rent: 2.99] [HDX - Buy: 13.99, Rent: 3.99]

2. Microsoft Store : Rent From $3.99

3. Amazon Video : From $2.99 to rent