The Secret of the Magic Gourd
2007 · Movie · G · 84 min · ★ 7.4
A daydreaming schoolboy finds a talking gourd that can grant wishes instantly, turning him into an overnight star at school. But as the wishes spiral into unexpected trouble, he learns that getting everything you want can create bigger problems—and letting go may be the hardest wish of all.
Also known as The Magic Gourd
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Details
- Original title
- 宝葫芦的秘密
- Years
- 2007
- Release date
- 2007-06-29
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- G
- Runtime
- 84 min
- TMDB rating
- 7.4/10 (131 votes)
About
You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a light, family-friendly fantasy about wishes and consequences, with bright visuals and simple lessons, similar in spirit to Throne of Elves; Not for you if you need fast pacing or sharp humor.
Pros: colorful magical moments; charming gourd companion; kid-friendly message | Cons: uneven voice work; repetitive story beats; awkward translations
Cast & crew
Chen Peisi
as Bao Hu Lu
- ZQ
Zhu Qilong
as Wang Bao
- ZJ
Zheng Jiahao
as Yang Shuan
Guo Kaimin
as Father
He Qing
as Mother
Meng Qian
as Grandmother
Gigi Leung Wing-Kei
as Miss Liu
Lau Ching-Wan
as Magic Gourd (voice)
- LY
Lao Yijia
as Yao Jun
- WJ
Wang Jiakun
as Zheng Xiaodeng
Directed by Frankie Chung Chi-Hang, John Chu Ka-Yan