Matilda (1996)
Synopsis
Matilda Wormwood is an exquisite and intelligent little girl. Unfortunately, her parents, Harry and Zinnia misunderstand her because they think she is so different. As time passes, she finally starts school and has a kind teacher, loyal friends, and a sadistic headmistress. As she gets fed up with the constant cruelty, she begins to realize that she has a gift of telekinetic powers. After some days of practice, she suddenly turns the tables to stand up to Harry and Zinnia and outwit the headmistress.
Release Date: 1996-08-02
Runtime: 98 minutes
Director: Danny DeVito
Budget: $36,000,000 USD
Revenue: $33,500,000 USD
Top Cast
- Mara Wilson as Matilda Wormwood
- Danny DeVito as Harry Wormwood / Narrator (voice)
- Rhea Perlman as Zinnia Wormwood
- Embeth Davidtz as Miss Honey
- Pam Ferris as Agatha Trunchbull
- Paul Reubens as FBI Agent
- Tracey Walter as FBI Agent
- Jean Speegle Howard as Miss Phelps
- Brian Levinson as Michael Wormwood
- Sara Magdalin as Four-Year-Old Matilda
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