Matilda (1996)
Movie 1h 38m ★ 7.2/10
Good for tonight if you want to: make me laugh, blow my mind, family night
Dating from 1996, Matilda sits in the comedy, family and fantasy corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Danny DeVito. The cast includes Danny DeVito, Tracey Walter and Mara Wilson. The running time is 1h 38m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.2 out of 10.
Synopsis
Matilda Wormwood is an exquisite and intelligent little girl. Unfortunately, her parents, Harry and Zinnia misunderstand her because they think she is so different. As time passes, she finally starts school and has a kind teacher, loyal friends, and a sadistic headmistress. As she gets fed up with the constant cruelty, she begins to realize that she has a gift of telekinetic powers. After some days of practice, she suddenly turns the tables to stand up to Harry and Zinnia and outwit the headmistress.
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Cast & crew
- Danny DeVitoDirector
- Danny DeVitoas Harry Wormwood / Narrator (voice)
- Tracey Walteras FBI Agent
- Mara Wilsonas Matilda Wormwood
- Embeth Davidtzas Miss Honey
- Paul Reubensas FBI Agent
- Pam Ferrisas Agatha Trunchbull
- Rhea Perlmanas Zinnia Wormwood
- Jean Speegle Howardas Miss Phelps
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Questions about Matilda
- What genre is Matilda?
- Matilda is categorised as Comedy, Family, Fantasy.
- Who stars in Matilda?
- Danny DeVito, Tracey Walter, Mara Wilson, Embeth Davidtz, Paul Reubens appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Matilda?
- Danny DeVito directed Matilda.
- How long is Matilda?
- Matilda runs for 1h 38m (98 minutes).
- Is Matilda worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.2/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Matilda?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
