Matilda (1996)
English fantasy film directed by Danny DeVito
Rated PG in the US
Parental guidance suggested: some material may not be suitable for children.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m 98 min
- Released
- 2 August 1996
- Language
- English
Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.
Matilda has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 min). In the US it is rated PG. The English film released on 2 August 1996. It is directed by Danny DeVito and stars Rhea Perlman, Embeth Davidtz and Pam Ferris.
Official trailer
Cast and crew
- Director
- Danny DeVito
- Cast
- Rhea Perlman, Embeth Davidtz, Pam Ferris, Mara Wilson, Danny DeVito, Brian Levinson, Jimmy Karz, Paul Reubens, Jon Lovitz, Tracey Walter, R. D. Robb, Simon Jones
- Cinematography
- Stefan Czapsky
- Editing
- Lynzee Klingman, Brent White
- Music
- David Newman
- Written by
- Nicholas Kazan, Robin Swicord
- Produced by
- Stacey Sher, Roald Dahl, Danny DeVito, Michael Shamberg
- Production
- Jersey Films
- Distribution
- TriStar Pictures, Netflix
Box office, awards and more
- Budget
- $36 million
- Box office
- $33.46 million
- Based on
- Matilda
- Set in
- California
- Filmed in
- Long Beach, California, Edward L. Doheny Jr. Memorial Library
- Country
- United States
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 2 August 1996
- 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 Matilda?
Matilda has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes, or 98 min.
When did Matilda release?
Matilda released on 2 August 1996.
Who directed Matilda?
Matilda is directed by Danny DeVito.
Who is in the cast of Matilda?
The cast of Matilda includes Rhea Perlman, Embeth Davidtz, Pam Ferris, Mara Wilson, Danny DeVito and Brian Levinson.
Where can I watch Matilda online?
Matilda streams on Netflix.
How much did Matilda earn at the box office?
Matilda grossed $33.46 million on a budget of $36 million.
What is Matilda rated in the US?
Matilda is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association.
Is Matilda based on a true story or a book?
Matilda is based on Matilda.
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