The Living Desert

Nov 10 1953 Approved 1h 9m
Documentary, Family

Although first glance reveals little more than stones and sand, the desert is alive. Witness moving rocks, spitting mud pots, gorgeous flowers and the never-ending battle for survival between desert creatures of every shape, size and description.

Plot

A day in the life of creatures living in a desert in the southwestern US is shown. Toads, reptiles, wild pigs, insects, mice and birds are followed going about their daily routine and the struggle to find food and not become it themselves.

Written by

James Algar, Winston Hibler, Ted Sears

Directed by

James Algar

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Walt Disney Productions

Languages

Nederlands, English, Français, Deutsch

Awards

Won 1 Oscar. 6 wins & 2 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
1,801
Average Rating
7.4 out of 10
Metascore
69
Popularity
NA