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Room on the Broom (2012) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language
2012 · 25 mins · English
Directed by
Max Lang, Jan Lachauer
Starring
David Walliams, Simon Pegg, Sally Hawkins, Gillian Anderson, Timothy Spall, Rob Brydon

A kind witch's flight on her broom is interrupted when a surprising group of animals joins her, much to the dismay of her cat. Together, they face a fearsome dragon, and after saving the witch, she rewards them with a brand-new broom spacious enough for the whole crew. This charming animated film, from the creators of "The Gruffalo," celebrates friendship and the warmth of family.

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  1. 1 Where to watch
  2. 2 Events in order (12)
  3. 3 Timeline questions answered
  4. 4 Movie threads
  5. 5 Every angle

Where to watch

Where to Watch Room on the Broom (2012)

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12 events in order · contains spoilers

Room on the Broom Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of Room on the Broom (2012) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. Spell blast wakes the dragon

    During the morning flight, the witch casts a spell that triggers an explosion. The blast startles the witch and her cat, and a nearby dragon awakens to the commotion. The two continue their ride, unaware of the trouble that follows as the dragon looms nearby.

    When
    one morning

  2. Hat drops into the forest

    A forest section is reached when the hat slips from the witch's head and falls away. They land to search, and a dog unexpectedly returns it to them. The witch invites the dog to ride the broom, much to the cat's chagrin.

    Where
    forest

  3. Bow slips from the plait

    A bow hidden in the witch's plait slips loose and falls into a field, forcing an emergency search. The group combs the field for the missing accessory while the cat fidgets with frustration. The dog and other companions help, keeping spirits up.

    Where
    field

  4. Green bird returns the bow

    A green bird, an outcast from the other birds, returns the bow to the group. The witch allows the bird to ride the broom, adding another rider and further irritating the cat.

    Where
    field

  5. Wand falls into the reeds

    Further along, the wand slips from the witch's grip and lands among some reeds. They land to retrieve it, while the cat watches jealously. The group resumes their flight with the wand secured.

    Where
    reeds

  6. Frog returns the wand

    A frog emerges from the reeds and returns the wand to the witch. The witch allows the frog to ride the broom, further frustrating the cat.

    Where
    reeds

  7. Broom breaks over the mountains

    While flying over the mountains, the combined weight of five creatures causes the broom to snap in half. The animals tumble toward a bog, and the witch rises into a cloud. The dragon, having followed them, proclaims his plan to eat the witch as 'witch and chips' for dinner.

    Where
    over mountains

  8. Dragon catches the witch

    After a brief chase, the dragon catches the witch and she faints in the air. The danger seems imminent as the dragon closes in.

    Where
    over bog

  9. Bog monster arrives

    Before the dragon can eat the witch, a monster emerges from the bog and claims her for itself. The dragon flees in fear as the monster approaches.

    Where
    bog

  10. Monster is the trio in disguise

    The monster is revealed to be the dog, bird, and frog in disguise. They explain that the broom cannot hold all five and prepare to leave the witch and cat behind.

    Where
    bog

  11. Witch conjures a bigger broom

    The witch uses a new spell to create a broom large enough to hold all five companions. The cat grumbles, but the group gains a chance to travel together again.

    Where
    bog

  12. They fly away together

    With the larger broom, the five riders—witch, cat, dog, bird, and frog—lift off and fly away together. The group leaves the dragon behind as they continue their journey.

    Where
    sky

Last updated: March 05, 2026 at 18:39

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Timeline questions answered

Room on the Broom Timeline Explained: Your Questions Answered

When does it happen, and why in that order? The questions people ask about the chronology of Room on the Broom (2012): time jumps, flashbacks, cause and effect between scenes and the correct order of events, each answered with spoilers.

Q1

Why does the cat dislike the new animal passengers?

The cat was the witch's original companion and felt jealous and displaced as more animals joined the broom. Each new passenger took attention away from the cat, which is why the cat's irritation grows with every addition.

  • cat
  • jealousy
  • companion
  • witch
Q2

How did the animals save the witch from the dragon?

After the broom broke and the dragon caught the witch, the dog, bird, and frog disguised themselves as a monstrous creature emerging from the bog. The dragon, terrified by the 'monster,' fled in fear, giving the witch time to recover.

  • dragon
  • bog monster
  • rescue
  • animals
Q3

Why does the broom break in the movie?

The broom snaps because it couldn't support the combined weight of five creatures, the witch, cat, dog, bird, and frog. The accumulated weight finally became too much as they flew over the mountains.

  • broom
  • weight
  • break
  • mountains
Q4

Why does the witch keep dropping her belongings?

The witch drops her hat, bow, and wand throughout the journey, seemingly by accident. Each lost item leads her to land and meet a new animal friend who returns the item, which is how the dog, bird, and frog join her adventure.

  • hat
  • bow
  • wand
  • lost items
Q5

Why does the witch faint during the dragon attack?

The witch faints out of fear when the dragon catches her mid-air and declares his plan to eat her. The sudden danger and being grabbed caused her to lose consciousness briefly.

  • witch
  • faint
  • dragon
  • scared
Q6

How does the witch create a bigger broom at the end?

Using her magic wand, the witch casts a spell that conjures a brand-new broom. This broom is magically enlarged and spacious enough to comfortably hold all five creatures, the witch, cat, dog, bird, and frog, together.

  • magic
  • broom
  • spell
  • wand
Q7

Why does the dragon want to eat the witch?

The dragon is hungry and sees the witch as a meal. He famously declares he wants 'witch and chips' for dinner, a playful take on the British dish of fish and chips.

  • dragon
  • eat
  • hungry
  • witch and chips
Q8

Why was the green bird an outcast among the other birds?

The green bird was rejected by the other birds, making her an outcast. When she helped return the witch's bow, the witch showed kindness by letting her ride the broom, giving the bird a sense of belonging.

  • green bird
  • outcast
  • rejected
  • bird
Q9

What happens to the dragon at the end of the movie?

The dragon is left behind as the witch and her new companions fly away together on the enlarged broom. After being scared off by the bog monster disguise, he does not appear again in the story.

  • dragon
  • ending
  • left behind

Movie threads

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Curated lists built around what makes Room on the Broom tick: the same mood, the same kind of story or the same emotional payoff. Each list explains why these movies belong together.

Cozy Teamwork Adventure Movies like Room on the Broom

Gentle stories where cooperation and kindness solve problems and build friendships. If you enjoyed the cooperative spirit of Room on the Broom, you'll love these movies. We've gathered gentle, heartwarming films where characters work together to overcome obstacles, celebrating friendship and the simple joy of helping one another. Find more charming stories about teamwork and kindness.

  • cozy
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  • collaborative
  • gentle
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Why these movies?

The story pattern: The narrative follows a simple, steady pattern: a central character or group encounters minor challenges. Through a series of small acts of kindness, they recruit helpful allies, and together they overcome a gentle, non-threatening obstacle, resulting in a happy resolution that reinforces the value of community.

Why they belong together: Movies in this thread share a core focus on cooperation over conflict. They have a low-intensity, gentle pacing, and an overwhelmingly positive, uplifting tone. The emotional journey is light and reassuring, making them perfect for viewers seeking comfort and a celebration of altruism.

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Heartwarming tales of lonely characters building a new family through shared adventure. Love how Room on the Broom builds a family one friend at a time? Explore more movies about found family. These films feature characters who start alone and find their tribe through a shared journey, resulting in a heartwarming and inclusive happy ending. Discover stories celebrating the family you choose.

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  • inclusive
  • acceptance
  • journey
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The story pattern: The narrative arc follows a character (often initially isolated) who, during a journey, accumulates a diverse group of companions. Each new member is accepted despite their differences. A climactic event tests their newfound bond, which ultimately strengthens it, leading to an ending where the group is solidified as a new, chosen family.

Why they belong together: These films are united by the powerful theme of found family. They blend a whimsical or hopeful tone with a steady, episodic pacing that allows relationships to develop naturally. The emotional core is light but deeply satisfying, focusing on inclusion, acceptance, and the creation of a loving community.

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