# LABYRINTH (1986): Age Gaps, Bowie's Balls and His Little Worm

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Podcast: [Rewind Classic Movies](https://stenobird.com/podcast/rewind-classic-movies-7152764)
Published: 2026-03-17T06:03:00+00:00
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## Resource

This week on Rewind Classic Movies, we’re exploring  Labyrinth  (1986) - Jim Henson’s wildly imaginative fantasy starring David Bowie as the unforgettable Goblin King. On this episode we discuss: Weird age gaps and questionable fantasies David Bowie’s iconic performance (and yes… those tights) The extraordinary practical effects and puppetry from Jim Henson’s Creature Shop How the film blends fantasy, comedy and coming-of-age themes Why  Labyrinth  struggled at the box office but became a beloved cult classic Our favourite scenes, quotes and moments from the maze Nearly 40 years later,  Labyrinth  still feels like pure movie magic - a fantasy world built by hand, packed with unforgettable creatures and Bowie’s unmistakable musical energy. But does it still hold up today? Join us as we rewind  Labyrinth . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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