The Meerkats(2008)
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The Meerkats Synopsis
A coming of age story following a young meerkat pup, Kolo, growing up in the Kalahari desert; and an inspiring look at how one family's connection to each other and their surroundings is a model of resilience and fortitude for us all. Shot using ground-breaking techniques, this dramatised documentary is a one-of-a-kind presentation from The Weinstein Company and the BBC, featuring narration by Paul Newman.
The Meerkats (2008) is a documentary and family film directed by James Honeyborne, released on October 15, 2008 with a runtime of 1h 23m. It stars Paul Newman, Rufus Beck and Guillaume Canet. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 78 ratings.
- Director:
- James Honeyborne
- Writers:
- James Honeyborne, Alexander McCall Smith
- Producers:
- Joe Oppenheimer, Trevor Ingman, Jane Hawley
- Cinematographer:
- Tony Miller
- Production:
- BBC Film, The Weinstein Company, Yaffle Films, BBC Studios Natural History Unit
- Status:
- Released
The Meerkats Cast & Crew
Main cast
Paul Newman
as Narrator (voice)
Rufus Beck
as Narrator (Russian release) (voice)
Guillaume Canet
as Le narrateur (voix française)
Key crew
Directed by James Honeyborne, written by James Honeyborne and Alexander McCall Smith, produced by Joe Oppenheimer, Trevor Ingman and Jane Hawley.
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The Meerkats Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 78 ratings.
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The Meerkats – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Meerkats online?
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The Meerkats (2008) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Meerkats?
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The main cast of The Meerkats (2008) includes Paul Newman, Rufus Beck and Guillaume Canet. The film was directed by James Honeyborne. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Meerkats released?
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The Meerkats was released on October 15, 2008 and runs for 1h 23m.
Is The Meerkats worth watching?
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The Meerkats (2008) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 78 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and family films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.