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Synopsis
The Psammead is an 'it', an ancient, ill-tempered sand-fairy with a spider-shaped body, bat-like ears, and snail-like eyes. It is grumpy but has the power to grant one wish a day, which must be made before sunset. Five siblings—Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and infant Hilary—encounter It and experience the highs and lows of frivolous wish-making.
Cast
Tara Fitzgerald·Mother
Freddie Highmore·Robert
Alex Jennings·Father
Jonathan Bailey·Cyril
Jessica Claridge·Anthea
Poppy Rogers·Jane
Zoë Wanamaker·Martha
Kenneth Branagh·Uncle Albert
Suzy Eddie Izzard·It
Duncan Preston·Sergeant