When you wish upon a star, your dreams come true.|Feb. 23, 1940|United States|88 Min.|Passed
Genre: Animation;Family
Description: Pinocchio (1940) is a classic animated movie available for download in English at resolutions of 720p and 480p. The story begins with Jiminy Cricket singing “When You Wish Upon A Star” and introducing the tale of a wish granted. Set in the workshop of Geppetto, an Italian woodworker, the narrative unfolds as he creates a wooden marionette named Pinocchio. Before bed, Geppetto wishes upon a star for Pinocchio to become a real boy. That night, the Blue Fairy brings Pinocchio to life, though he remains a puppet. She tells him he can become a real boy if he proves himself brave, truthful, and unselfish, assigning Jiminy Cricket as his conscience.
Geppetto is overjoyed to find Pinocchio alive. The next day, on his way to school, Pinocchio is tricked by Honest John, a sly fox, into joining Stromboli’s puppet show as a “living puppet without strings.” Despite Jiminy’s warnings, Pinocchio becomes the show’s star attraction. When he tries to go home, Stromboli locks him in a cage, planning to exploit him for profit and eventually use him as firewood. Jiminy tries to help but fails. The Blue Fairy intervenes and questions Pinocchio about his absence from school. Pinocchio lies, causing his nose to grow, but he promises to be good. The Fairy forgives him, restores his nose, and frees him, warning it’s the last time she can assist him. This timeless story of adventure, morality, and transformation continues to captivate audiences.
Cast director: Ben Sharpsteen
Cast actor: Dickie Jones, Cliff Edwards, Christian Rub, Evelyn Venable, Walter Catlett, Mel Blanc, Charles Judels, Frankie Darro, Don Brodie, Stuart Buchanan
Original name: Pinocchio