The Boxtrolls (2014)
Movie 1h 37m ★ 6.7/10
Good for tonight if you want to: make me laugh, blow my mind, family night
Dating from 2014, The Boxtrolls sits in the animation, comedy and family corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Anthony Stacchi. The cast includes Fred Tatasciore, Dee Bradley Baker and Nick Frost. The running time is 1h 37m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.7 out of 10.
Synopsis
An orphaned boy raised by underground creatures called Boxtrolls comes up from the sewers and out of his box to save his family and the town from the evil exterminator, Archibald Snatcher.
Where to watch The Boxtrolls
Streaming catalogues change often. These links show which official services currently offer this title in your country:
Find on JustWatch Streaming & rental options (TMDB) IMDb page Parents guide
Cast & crew
- Anthony StacchiDirector
- Graham AnnableDirector
- Fred Tatascioreas Clocks / Specs (voice)
- Dee Bradley Bakeras Fish / Wheels / Bucket (voice)
- Nick Frostas Mr. Trout (voice)
- Isaac Hempstead Wrightas Eggs (voice)
- Jared Harrisas Lord Portley-Rind (voice)
- Richard Ayoadeas Mr. Pickles (voice)
- Toni Colletteas Lady Cynthia Portley-Rind (voice)
- Ben Kingsleyas Snatcher (voice)
Data from TMDB. Page last updated 4 Oct 2026. Download share image
Questions about The Boxtrolls
- What genre is The Boxtrolls?
- The Boxtrolls is categorised as Animation, Comedy, Family, Fantasy.
- Who stars in The Boxtrolls?
- Fred Tatasciore, Dee Bradley Baker, Nick Frost, Isaac Hempstead Wright, Jared Harris appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Boxtrolls?
- Anthony Stacchi directed The Boxtrolls.
- How long is The Boxtrolls?
- The Boxtrolls runs for 1h 37m (97 minutes).
- Is The Boxtrolls worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.7/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Boxtrolls?
- 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.
