Film based on the novel by Richard Adams.

Originally released as a motion picture in 1978.

Special features of this DVD: "Watership down: a conversation with the filmmakers:" writer/director Martin Rosen and editor Terry Rawlings ; "Defining a style:" animators, artists and actor Joss Ackland collaborate on the creation of a Richard Adams character ; storyboard-to-screen multiangle comparison of 4 segments.

Music composer, Angela Morley ; song, Bright eyes composed by Mike Batt and sung by Art Garfunkel ; music director, Marcus Dods ;

Voice talent: John Hurt, Zero Mostel, Ralph Richardson, Denholm Elliott, Joss Ackland.

Nestled among the rolling hills and peaceful meadows of England lives a community of rabbits. When their warren is threatened, a small group of brave rabbits escapes into the unknown countryside seeking a new home. Led by the visionary Fiver, they face huge challenges and use strength and cunning to survive, while gaining new allies, battling new enemies and always pursuing their dream

MPAA rating: PG.

DVD.

Audio track in English ; subtitled in English and French ; closed captioned for the hearing impaired.