alice in wonderland movies
Alice in Wonderland - 1903
First film adaptation, a British silent short. Alice shrinks and grows via special effects, meeting Wonderland’s quirky characters. Directed by Cecil Hepworth and Percy Stow, it stars May Clark. Only 9 minutes long, it captures the book’s whimsy with early cinematic charm.
Alice in Wonderland - 1915
Silent film where Alice dreams of a fantastical Wonderland with talking animals and animated playing cards. Directed by W.W. Young, starring Viola Savoy. At 52 minutes, it’s a straightforward adaptation, emphasizing the surreal narrative and visual creativity of the era.
Alice in Wonderland - 1931
Early sound film featuring Ruth Gilbert as Alice, who falls down a rabbit hole into Wonderland. Directed by Bud Pollard, this 55-minute adaptation brings Carroll’s story to life with quirky characters and basic effects, marking a transition to sound in cinema.
Alice in Wonderland - 1933
Star-studded live-action film with W.C. Fields, Gary Cooper, and Cary Grant. Directed by Norman Z. McLeod, it’s a 76-minute adaptation banned in China for its oddity. Despite its ambition, it flopped commercially but remains a curious artifact of early Hollywood.
Alice in Wonderland - 1951
Disney’s iconic animated feature, starring Kathryn Beaumont as Alice. Directed by Clyde Geronimi and others, it blends both books’ elements. Initially a box-office failure, it gained cult status in the 1960s. Vibrant visuals and memorable characters like the Mad Hatter shine.
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland - 1972
British musical with Fiona Fullerton as Alice, featuring Ralph Richardson and Peter Sellers. Directed by William Sterling, this colorful adaptation emphasizes musical numbers and stays faithful to Carroll’s whimsical tale, delivering a charming, star-filled take on Wonderland.
Alice in Wonderland: An X-Rated Musical Fantasy - 1976
Directed by Bud Townsend, this adult musical stars Kristine De Bell as a chaste librarian in a fantastical Wonderland. Blending humor and risqué elements, it’s a quirky, 1970s take on Carroll’s story, released in multiple versions, including alongside Star Wars.
Alice in Wonderland - 1985
CBS two-part TV movie with Natalie Gregory as Alice, featuring Red Buttons and Ringo Starr. Directed by Harry Harris, it adapts both books faithfully. Known for its catchy musical numbers and all-star cast, it’s a nostalgic, family-friendly rendition.
Alice - 1988
Jan Švankmajer’s surreal Czech film blends stop-motion and live-action. Dark and imaginative, it reinterprets Alice’s journey with eerie visuals. Winning an award at Annecy 1989, this unsettling adaptation offers a unique, avant-garde take on Carroll’s classic story.
Alice in Wonderland - 1999
NBC TV movie starring Tina Majorino as Alice, with Whoopi Goldberg and Gene Wilder. Directed by Nick Willing, this 150-minute film stays true to the books, delivering a whimsical adventure with a strong ensemble cast and vivid production design.
Alice - 2009
SyFy miniseries directed by Nick Willing, starring Caterina Scorsone. Set 150 years after the original, Alice navigates a modern Wonderland. With Kathy Bates and Tim Curry, this 3-hour reimagining blends sci-fi and fantasy for a fresh, bold take.
Alice in Wonderland - 2010
Tim Burton’s live-action/CGI sequel, with Mia Wasikowska as a 19-year-old Alice. She battles the Red Queen’s Jabberwocky in Underland. Starring Johnny Depp, it grossed over $1 billion, blending dark visuals and whimsical charm in a reimagined Wonderland.
Alice Through the Looking Glass - 2016
James Bobin’s sequel to the 2010 film, starring Mia Wasikowska. Alice travels back in time to save the Mad Hatter. With Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter, this CGI-heavy adventure expands Carroll’s world with vibrant, emotional storytelling.
Alice in Wonderland: Dive in Wonderland - 2025
Anime film by P.A. Works, directed by Toshiya Shinohara. Rise meets Alice in a vibrant Wonderland. Voiced by Nanoka Hara and Maika Pugh, this modern adaptation, set for August 29, 2025, in Japan, promises a fresh, animated spin.