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Released
2019 · FILM

Fantastic Fungi

A visually stunning documentary explores the hidden world of fungi and their vital role in sustaining life on Earth, guided by insights from leading scientists and narrated by Brie Larson.

The magic beneath us

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Runtime
80 min
Documentary

Synopsis

A vivid exploration of the mysterious underground world of mycelium and its fruit—the mushroom. The story begins 3.5 billion years ago, highlighting fungi's role in creating soil that supports life, connecting root systems of plants and trees across the planet, akin to an underground Internet. Through the perspectives of renowned mycologist Paul Stamets, professor of forest ecology Suzanne Simard, best-selling author Michael Pollan, food naturalist Eugenia Bone, and others, the film showcases the power, beauty, and complexity of the fungi kingdom.

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Principal cast & crew: 17

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Craft leads on file

Edited by Kevin KlauberShot by Louie SchwartzbergScored by Adam Peters

Box Office

2019 · Box office

Grossed $1.1M worldwide

Worldwide gross

$1.1M

Worldwide gross$1.1M

Opening week (7-day): $19K

Peak 1 theaters

Also known as

  • Fantastische Pilzede
  • Fantastische Pilze - Die magische Welt zu unseren Füßende
  • Hongos fantásticoses

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