The Dark Crystal

1h 33m · 1982 · Directed by Jim Henson, Frank Oz · 3.7 / 5 on Letterboxd

The Dark Crystal (1982) runs 1h 33m, directed by Jim Henson, Frank Oz. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

On another planet in the distant past, a Gelfling embarks on a quest to find the missing shard of a magical crystal and restore order to his world, before the grotesque race of Skeksis find and use the crystal for evil.

Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Family

Where to watch: Peacock (US, checked 9 July 2026)