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The Worst Witch (1986)

English family film directed by Robert Young

GUS

Rated G in the US

General audiences: all ages admitted.

Runtime
1h 10m 70 min
Released
22 October 1986
Language
English

Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.

The Worst Witch has a runtime of 1 hour 10 minutes (70 min). In the US it is rated G. The English film released on 22 October 1986. It is directed by Robert Young and stars Diana Rigg, Tim Curry and Fairuza Balk.

Cast and crew

Director
Robert Young

Box office, awards and more

Based on
The Worst Witch

Release and where to watch

In theatres
22 October 1986
On OTT
Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.

Can children watch it?

Suitable for children of all ages. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of The Worst Witch?

The Worst Witch has a runtime of 1 hour 10 minutes, or 70 min.

When did The Worst Witch release?

The Worst Witch released on 22 October 1986.

Who directed The Worst Witch?

The Worst Witch is directed by Robert Young.

Who is in the cast of The Worst Witch?

The cast of The Worst Witch includes Diana Rigg, Tim Curry and Fairuza Balk.

What is The Worst Witch rated in the US?

The Worst Witch is rated G by the Motion Picture Association.

Is The Worst Witch based on a true story or a book?

The Worst Witch is based on The Worst Witch.

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Updated 9 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.