Tarka the Otter
Synopsis
Set in the English countryside of the 1920s - when otter hunting was still legal - this film follows the life of Tarka the Otter from his birth into adulthood. We witness his close shaves, and his struggle with a man who tries to keep our furry hero as a pet.
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Tarka the Otter (1979) Rank/Thorn EMI Home Video Australia Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-08-21
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Cobham
- Screenplay & Story
- Gerald Durrell, David Cobham
- Original Score
- David Fanshawe
- Original Title
- Tarka the Otter
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- The Rank Organisation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Cobham
Gerald Durrell, David Cobham, Henry Williamson
David Fanshawe
Terry Channell, John McCallum, John Buxton
Charles Davies
David Cobham
Department Leadership Roster
David Cobham
Director
Gerald Durrell
Screenplay
David Cobham
Screenplay
David Cobham
Producer
Terry Channell
Director of Photography
John McCallum
Director of Photography
Charles Davies
Editor
David Fanshawe
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tarka the Otter
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What is Tarka the Otter about?
Set in the English countryside of the 1920s - when otter hunting was still legal - this film follows the life of Tarka the Otter from his birth into adulthood. We witness his close shaves, and his struggle with a man who tries to keep our furry hero as a pet.
Who directed Tarka the Otter?
Tarka the Otter was directed by David Cobham.
Who stars in Tarka the Otter?
The principal cast of Tarka the Otter includes Peter Ustinov, Peter Bennett, Edward Underdown, Brenda Cavendish, John Leeson.
When was Tarka the Otter released and how long is it?
Tarka the Otter was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Tarka the Otter?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tarka the Otter was composed by David Fanshawe.
Is Tarka the Otter based on a book or true story?
Tarka the Otter is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Henry Williamson".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tarka the Otter?
Tarka the Otter holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).