Matilda (1996)

  • PG
  • 07/28/1996 (US)
  • Comedy, Family, Fantasy
  • 1h 38m

A little magic goes a long way.

Overview

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.

Danny DeVito

Director

Nicholas Kazan

Screenplay

Roald Dahl

Novel

Robin Swicord

Screenplay

Cast

Mara Wilson's headshot

Mara Wilson

Matilda Wormwood
Danny DeVito's headshot

Danny DeVito

Harry Wormwood / Narrator (voice)
Rhea Perlman's headshot

Rhea Perlman

Zinnia Wormwood
Embeth Davidtz's headshot

Embeth Davidtz

Miss Honey
Pam Ferris's headshot

Pam Ferris

Agatha Trunchbull
Paul Reubens's headshot

Paul Reubens

FBI Agent
Tracey Walter's headshot

Tracey Walter

FBI Agent
Jean Speegle Howard's headshot

Jean Speegle Howard

Miss Phelps

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