Why did they change actors in The NeverEnding Story?

The roles of Bastian, Atreyu and the Child-like Empress were recast for The NeverEnding Story II: The Next Chapter (1990) due to the ages of Barret Oliver, Noah Hathaway and Tami Stronach who were all in their late teens in 1989. Stronach wouldn’t have returned even if asked because she didn’t sign on for the sequels.

Did The NeverEnding Story win any awards?

German Film Award for Best Production DesignThe NeverEnding Story / Awards

Was there a Never Ending Story 2?

The NeverEnding Story II: The Next Chapter is a 1990 fantasy film and a sequel to The NeverEnding Story. It was directed by George T. Miller and stars Jonathan Brandis as Bastian Bux, Kenny Morrison as Atreyu, and Alexandra Johnes as the Childlike Empress.

What happened to the actor who played Atreyu in The NeverEnding Story?

Noah Hathaway (Atreyu) After the film, he appeared in an episode of Family Ties and the 1986 movie Troll. He’s continued to act occasionally as an adult in movies such as The Chair (2018) and Blue Dream (2013). He’s also worked as a tattoo artist.

What is the Childlike Empress name?

The NeverEnding Story stars Noah Hathaway (Atreyu) and Tami Stronach (the Childlike Empress a.k.a. Moonchild) reunited in New York City on Sunday, 35 years after the movie’s release.

What does Sebastian call the Childlike Empress?

Bastian starts out as an armchair hero, watching from a distance, but as The NeverEnding Story unfolds, he realizes that he might be the most important hero of them all. And to honor his cherished mother and her memory, he even gives her name — Moon Child — to the Childlike Empress, saving her and Fantasia.

What did Bastian wish for?

After more adventures, Bastian must give up the memory of his father to discover that his strongest wish is to be capable of love and to give love to others. After much searching, and on the verge of losing his final memory, Bastian is unable to find the Water of Life with which to leave Fantastica with his memories.

What does Bastian call the Childlike Empress?

The Childlike Empress and her new name This new name would be a new start for not just the Empress, but for her whole world. Not to mention the name Bastian chooses for the Empress — Moon Child — perfectly suits her, as well as being a beautiful tribute to his dead mother.