When Jane, Cyril, Anthea, and Robert make a wish for their lives to be more eventful, they get quite an adventure in return. As the Phoenix, a speaking bird with a long and rich history, mysteriously hatches from an egg that's over 2,000 years old, fate takes an exciting turn and brings the gang along for a magical journey. Climbing aboard the bird's magic carpet, the animated characters begin their voyage to unknown lands of enchantment.
Description by Buena Vista Home Entertainment:
The Phoenix And The Carpet
Embark on marvelous adventures with THE PHOENIX AND THE CARPET! Jane, Robert, Cyril, and Anthea hope for "something to happen" and their wish is granted most spectacularly! Quite by accident, they become the owners of an ancient talking bird, the Phoenix, when it hatches from a magnificent egg after 2,000 years of rest. With his encouragement, the children climb aboard his magic carpet and are transported anywhere they want to go -- to tropical islands, in search of treasures, and on daring rescues! With a magical mix of fantasy and fun, THE PHOENIX AND THE CARPET is an extraordinary journey for the whole family!~~
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