Gimly
8/10Hold on to this gem tightly, because movies like _Matilda_ will probably never get made again. _Final rating:★★★★ - Very strong appeal. A personal favourite._
Reviewed on September 8, 2018
Matilda(1996)
Somewhere inside all of us is the power to change the world.
7.2(4,932)1h 38m1996-08-02
ComedyFamilyFantasy
Matilda Synopsis
Matilda Wormwood is an brilliant and intelligent little girl. Unfortunately, her parents, Harry and Zinnia, fail to see that fact. As time passes, she finally starts school and has a kind teacher, loyal friends, and a terrifying, sadistic headmistress. As she becomes fed up with the constant cruelty, she discovers she has a special gift that she just might be able to use to outwit the unruly adults around her.
Matilda (1996) is a comedy, family and fantasy film directed by Danny DeVito, released on August 2, 1996 with a runtime of 1h 38m. It stars Mara Wilson, Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman and Embeth Davidtz. Viewers rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 4,932 ratings.
- Director:
- Danny DeVito
- Writers:
- Nicholas Kazan, Roald Dahl, Robin Swicord
- Producers:
- Danny DeVito, Liccy Dahl, Michael Shamberg
- Cinematographer:
- Stefan Czapsky
- Composer:
- David Newman
- Production:
- Jersey Films, TriStar Pictures
- Budget:
- $36,000,000
- Revenue:
- $33,500,000
- Status:
- Released
Matilda (1996) Trailer
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Matilda Cast & Crew
Main cast
Mara Wilson
as Matilda
Danny DeVito
as Mr. Wormwood / Narrator (voice)
Rhea Perlman
as Mrs. Wormwood
Embeth Davidtz
as Miss Honey
Pam Ferris
as Trunchbull
Paul Reubens
as FBI Agent
Tracey Walter
as FBI Agent
Jean Speegle Howard
as Miss Phelps
Brian Levinson
as Michael
Sara Magdalin
as Matilda, 4 Years
R.D. Robb
as Roy
- Gregory R. Goliath
Gregory R. Goliath
as Luther
Key crew
Directed by Danny DeVito, written by Nicholas Kazan, Roald Dahl and Robin Swicord, produced by Danny DeVito, Liccy Dahl and Michael Shamberg.
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Matilda Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.2/10 from 4,932 ratings.
Filipe Manuel Neto
9/10**An excellent family comedy with some social criticism in the mix.** The film is one of the most famous family comedies of the 1990s, adapting the story of the same name by Roald Dahl for the screen, where a girl, who was born into an idiotic family unable to understand it, decides to win the right to go to school and to learn, which their parents do not value. However, at school, she comes across a cruel and…
Reviewed on June 21, 2022
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Matilda – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Matilda online?
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Matilda (1996) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand and Plex. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Matilda?
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The main cast of Matilda (1996) includes Mara Wilson, Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman, Embeth Davidtz and Pam Ferris. The film was directed by Danny DeVito. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Matilda released?
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Matilda was released on August 2, 1996 and runs for 1h 38m.
Is Matilda worth watching?
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Matilda (1996) holds an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 4,932 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy, family and fantasy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Matilda?
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Yes. The official Matilda trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.