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Aesop’s Fables (1983): Cast

Aesop’s Fables (1983) movie poster

Aesop’s Fables is a 1983 family animated film directed by Norio Hikone, starring Keiko Han as Pitchi, Hiroshi Ôtake and Junpei Takiguchi. It runs 1 hour 1 minute.

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Aesop’s Fables (1983) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 1m (61 min)
Director
Norio Hikone
Genres
Family , Animation
Original language
Japanese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Aesop’s Fables About?

The premise of Aesop’s Fables without spoilers.

A mischievous boy named Aesop is whisked into a fantastical realm populated by beings he thought were only myths—fairies, talking donkeys, and other legendary creatures. Determined to return home, he embarks on a quest, befriending familiar fable characters and confronting a series of trials, each delivering a timeless moral lesson.

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Cast & crew

Aesop’s Fables Cast & Characters

Keiko Han leads the cast as Pitchi, with Hiroshi Ôtake as Chuchu and Junpei Takiguchi as Barrow. Directed by Norio Hikone; 4 actors are credited in all.

Details

Aesop’s Fables Also Known As

10 alternative titles, including “Manga Aesop Monogatari” and “Aesop's Fables Movie”.

Also known as
  • Manga Aesop Monogatari
  • Aesop's Fables Movie
  • 伊索物语
  • Fábulas de Esopo
  • Daantje de Deugniet
  • Басните на Езоп
  • Les fables d'Esope
  • Οι μύθοι του Αισώπου
  • Les faules d’Isop
  • 伊索物語

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Aesop’s Fables FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Aesop’s Fables, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Aesop’s Fables?

Aesop’s Fables runs 1 hour 1 minute (61 minutes).

When was Aesop’s Fables released?

Aesop’s Fables was released on March 13, 1983.

Who directed Aesop’s Fables?

Aesop’s Fables was directed by Norio Hikone.

Who is in the cast of Aesop’s Fables?

Aesop’s Fables stars Keiko Han as Pitchi, Hiroshi Ôtake as Chuchu and Junpei Takiguchi as Barrow, among 4 credited actors.

Does Aesop’s Fables have a post-credit scene?

No. Aesop’s Fables has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Aesop’s Fables in?

The original language of Aesop’s Fables is Japanese.

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