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The Indian in the Cupboard (1995) Movie vs Book
Film · 1995 · Directed by Frank Oz · Starring Hal Scardino, Litefoot, Lindsay Crouse
The Indian in the Cupboard (1995) Movie: Cast and Details
A boy finds that a cupboard can bring his toys to life.
Book vs Movie: How Close Is It?
Close to the bookIt keeps the main idea and the chief characters, with a more family-friendly tone.
Read or watch first?
Read the book first. The film is a good family watch.
What the book gives you
The Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks
A popular children’s classic, but best read with a conversation about its depiction of Native people.
Who will like it: Young readers who like magic and toy stories.