The Secret of Kells (2009)
Movie 1h 18m ★ 7.4/10
Good for tonight if you want to: blow my mind, family night
The Secret of Kells is an animation, family and fantasy movie from 2009. It is directed by Nora Twomey. The cast includes Brendan Gleeson, Liam Hourican and Paul Young. The running time is 1h 18m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.4 out of 10.
73Tonight Score Well rated, short enough for a weeknight.
Synopsis
Adventure awaits 12 year old Brendan who must fight Vikings and a serpent god to find a crystal and complete the legendary Book of Kells. In order to finish Brother Aiden's book, Brendan must overcome his deepest fears on a secret quest that will take him beyond the abbey walls and into the enchanted forest where dangerous mythical creatures hide. Will Brendan succeed in his quest?
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Cast & crew
- Nora TwomeyDirector
- Tomm MooreDirector
- Brendan Gleesonas Abbot Cellach (voice)
- Liam Houricanas Brother Tang / Leonardo (voice)
- Paul Youngas Brother Square (voice)
- Paul Tylakas Brother Assoua (voice)
- Nora Twomeyas Additional Voices and Walla (voice)
- Michael McGrathas Adult Brendan (voice)
- Evan McGuireas Brendan (voice)
- Christen Mooneyas Aisling (voice)
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Questions about The Secret of Kells
- What genre is The Secret of Kells?
- The Secret of Kells is categorised as Animation, Family, Fantasy.
- Who stars in The Secret of Kells?
- Brendan Gleeson, Liam Hourican, Paul Young, Paul Tylak, Nora Twomey appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Secret of Kells?
- Nora Twomey directed The Secret of Kells.
- How long is The Secret of Kells?
- The Secret of Kells runs for 1h 18m (78 minutes).
- Is The Secret of Kells worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.4/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Secret of Kells?
- 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.
