Technically, the film won the for its integration of CGI animals into the live-action world. Its massive success at the German box office led to several sequels, including The School of Magical Animals 2 (2022) and subsequent installments. La Scuola degli Animali Magici 2 (2022) - IMDb
Each animal is destined to be a soulmate for a specific child, capable of talking only to their owner and turning into a stuffed toy when strangers are near. Ida is paired with an astute fox named , while her fellow outsider, Benni, receives a wise, 200-year-old tortoise named Henrietta . As Ida gains confidence and popularity through Rabbat’s help, a mystery unfolds: objects are disappearing around the school, and the children must team up with their magical companions to unmask the thief. Key Characters & Cast
Released in Italian cinemas in April 2022, ( Die Schule der magischen Tiere ) is a fantasy adventure film based on the popular German children's book series by Margit Auer. The film blends live-action with CGI to tell the story of a unique school where students receive talking animal companions. Plot Summary La scuola degli animali magici [HD] (2022) Blur...
The teacher who understands the value of the magical bond between children and animals.
The film is widely praised for its positive messages regarding . Reviewers note that while the plot is aimed strictly at younger audiences (ages 5–12), the "soul animal" concept provides a relatable metaphor for children navigating social anxiety. Technically, the film won the for its integration
The slow but incredibly wise tortoise assigned to Benni. Themes and Reception
The witty, clever fox assigned to Ida.
The story follows , a young girl who has recently moved to a new town and feels like an outsider at Winterstein School. Her luck changes when a mysterious new teacher, Miss Cornfield, introduces the class to Mortimer Morrison, a traveler who rescues "magical animals".