Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp (1982) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language

1982 · 65 mins · Japanese

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Directed by

Yoshikatsu Kasai

Starring

Takeshi Katô, Yoshisada Sakaguchi, Kazuo Kitamura, Kikuo Kaneuchi, Reiko Nanao, Kimihiro Reizei

The adaptation follows the classic tale closely, preserving details, though it adds a kangaroo‑rat sidekick that trails Aladdin. Plot jumps become confusing during Aladdin’s courtship, and the lavish 1960s Toei animation style has faded. Still, the faithful screenplay and slightly Western‑styled designs make it an above‑average retelling.