Elf (2003)
English comedy film directed by Jon Favreau
Rated PG in the US
Parental guidance suggested: some material may not be suitable for children.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m 97 min
- Released
- 7 November 2003
- Language
- English
Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.
Elf has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes (97 min). In the US it is rated PG. The English film released on 7 November 2003. It is directed by Jon Favreau and stars Will Ferrell, James Caan and Ed Asner.
Official trailer
Cast and crew
- Director
- Jon Favreau
- Cast
- Will Ferrell, James Caan, Ed Asner, Daniel Tay, Zooey Deschanel, Mary Steenburgen, Bob Newhart, Kyle Gass, Artie Lange, Amy Sedaris, Andy Richter, Faizon Love
- Cinematography
- Greg Gardiner
- Editing
- Dan Lebental
- Music
- John Debney
- Written by
- David Berenbaum
- Produced by
- Shauna Robertson
- Production
- Will Ferrell, Meet Dave
- Distribution
- New Line Cinema, Netflix
Box office, awards and more
- Budget
- $33 million
- Box office
- $225.1 million
- Set in
- New York City
- Filmed in
- Vancouver
- Country
- United States
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 7 November 2003
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Can children watch it?
Fine for most children, but parents may want to check it first. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of Elf?
Elf has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes, or 97 min.
When did Elf release?
Elf released on 7 November 2003.
Who directed Elf?
Elf is directed by Jon Favreau.
Who is in the cast of Elf?
The cast of Elf includes Will Ferrell, James Caan, Ed Asner, Daniel Tay, Zooey Deschanel and Mary Steenburgen.
Where can I watch Elf online?
Elf streams on Netflix.
How much did Elf earn at the box office?
Elf grossed $225.1 million on a budget of $33 million.
What is Elf rated in the US?
Elf is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association.
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