What genre is The Iron Giant?

The Iron Giant is categorised as Adventure, Animation, Family, Science Fiction.

Who stars in The Iron Giant?

Bob Bergen, Rodger Bumpass, Christopher McDonald, Harry Connick Jr., James Gammon appear in the main cast.

Who directed The Iron Giant?

Brad Bird directed The Iron Giant.

How long is The Iron Giant?

The Iron Giant runs for 1h 26m (86 minutes).

Is The Iron Giant worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 8.0/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch The Iron Giant?

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.

The Iron Giant (1999)

Name: The Iron Giant
Genre: Adventure, Animation, Family, Science Fiction
Released: 1999
Duration: 86 min
Cast: Bob Bergen, Rodger Bumpass, Christopher McDonald, Harry Connick Jr., James Gammon

Movie 1h 26m ★ 8.0/10

Good for tonight if you want to: pure adrenaline, blow my mind, family night

Adventure Animation Family Science Fiction

Where to watch

Dating from 1999, The Iron Giant sits in the adventure, animation and family corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Brad Bird. The cast includes Bob Bergen, Rodger Bumpass and Christopher McDonald. The running time is 1h 26m. Audiences give it an excellent score of 8.0 out of 10.

Synopsis

In the small town of Rockwell, Maine in October 1957, a giant metal machine befriends a nine-year-old boy and ultimately finds its humanity by unselfishly saving people from their own fears and prejudices.

Where to watch The Iron Giant

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Questions about The Iron Giant

What genre is The Iron Giant?: The Iron Giant is categorised as Adventure, Animation, Family, Science Fiction.
Who stars in The Iron Giant?: Bob Bergen, Rodger Bumpass, Christopher McDonald, Harry Connick Jr., James Gammon appear in the main cast.
Who directed The Iron Giant?: Brad Bird directed The Iron Giant.
How long is The Iron Giant?: The Iron Giant runs for 1h 26m (86 minutes).
Is The Iron Giant worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 8.0/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch The Iron Giant?: 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.

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