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The Living Desert

1953·Movie·69 min·★ 7.1(69)

“Opening a whole new world of entertainment!”

Although first glance reveals little more than stones and sand, the desert is alive. Witness moving rocks, spitting mud pots, gorgeous flowers and the never-ending battle for survival between desert creatures of every shape, size and description.

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Where to watch The Living Desert in India

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Where is The Living Desert streaming around the world?

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United StatesDisney PlusAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomDisney PlusApple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube
CanadaDisney PlusApple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video
AustraliaDisney PlusApple TV Store, Amazon Video
GermanyDisney PlusApple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube
FranceDisney PlusApple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video
SpainDisney Plus—
BrazilDisney Plus—
JapanDisney PlusFOD

About The Living Desert

The Living Desert is a 1953 English-language documentary film directed by James Algar. It has a runtime of 1h 9m. Viewers rate it 7.1/10 across 100 ratings.

The Living Desert was produced by Walt Disney Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on November 10, 1953.

Director
James Algar
Writers
Winston Hibler
Release date
November 10, 1953
Original language
English
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Walt Disney Productions
#animal species#animal attack#wilderness#survival#animals#nature#wildlife reserve

The Living Desert cast & crew

The Living Desert was directed by James Algar and written by Winston Hibler.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Robert H. Crandall and it was produced by Ben Sharpsteen.

Is The Living Desert worth watching?

The Living Desert holds an audience score of 7.1/10 from 69 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed documentary films.

At 1h 9m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy documentary, The Living Desert is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Living Desert

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Cast of The Living Desert

Winston Hibler

Winston Hibler

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The Living Desert — FAQs

▸Where can I watch The Living Desert in India?

The Living Desert is not currently available on major streaming services in India. Availability changes often — check back soon.

▸Where can I watch The Living Desert in the US?

In the US, The Living Desert is streaming on Disney Plus, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

▸Where can I watch The Living Desert in the UK?

In the UK, The Living Desert is streaming on Disney Plus, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

▸What language is The Living Desert in?

The Living Desert is originally in English, with audio tracks including German, Dutch, French, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is The Living Desert?

The Living Desert runs 1 hours 9 minutes (69 minutes).

▸What is The Living Desert rated?

It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 69 ratings.

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