The Psammead is an 'it', an ancient, ill-tempered sand-fairy with a spider-shaped body, bat-like ears, and snail-like eyes. It is grumpy but has the power to grant one wish a day, which must be made before sunset. Five siblings—Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and infant Hilary—encounter It and experience the highs and lows of frivolous wish-making.
as Mother
as Robert
as Father
as Cyril
as Anthea
as Jane
as Martha
as Uncle Albert
as It
as Sergeant
as Lamb
as Horace
as Mr. Bialli
as Peasemarsh
as RFC Flier
as Lamb
