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6.8 / 10(5,708 votes)IMDbPG-1320041h 38m$96.5M Worldwide GrossUnited States of America

13 Going on 30

“For some, 13 feels like it was just yesterday. For Jenna, it was.”

Synopsis

After total humiliation at her thirteenth birthday party, Jenna Rink wants to just hide until she's thirty. Thanks to some magic wishing dust, Jenna's prayer has been answered. With a knockout body, a fabulous wardrobe, an athlete boyfriend, a dream job, and superstar friends, this can't be a better life. But soon Jenna realizes that adult life isn’t as easy as she hoped for.

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Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

April 13, 2004

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

January 20, 2009

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedCommercial Hit (2.61x ROI)

Production Budget

$37M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$96.5M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

2.61x

+$59.5M net gain

Theatrical Status

Profitable

Box office tier

Budget: $37MWorldwide: $96.5M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Gary Winick
Screenplay & Story
Cathy Yuspa, Josh Goldsmith, Rita Hsiao
Original Score
Theodore Shapiro
Original Title
13 Going on 30
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 38m
Production Budget
$37M
Worldwide Gross
$96.5M
Production Studios
Revolution Studios, Roth/Arnold Productions, Gina Matthews Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Gary Winick

Screenplay & Story

Cathy Yuspa, Josh Goldsmith, Rita Hsiao

Original Score & Music

Theodore Shapiro

Director of Photography

Don Burgess

Film Editing

Susan Littenberg

Producers

Donna Roth, Dan Kolsrud, Gina Matthews, Todd Garner, Susan Arnold

Department Leadership Roster

Susan Littenberg

Susan Littenberg

Editor

Donna Roth

Producer

Don Burgess

Don Burgess

Director of Photography

Gina Matthews

Gina Matthews

Producer

Susan Arnold

Producer

Gary Winick

Gary Winick

Director

Garreth Stover

Garreth Stover

Production Design

Susie DeSanto

Costume Design

Theodore Shapiro

Theodore Shapiro

Original Music Composer

David Jones

Visual Effects Supervisor

Shauna Duggins

Shauna Duggins

Stunt Coordinator

Pat Romano

Pat Romano

Stunt Coordinator

Cathy Yuspa

Writer

Josh Goldsmith

Writer

Rita Hsiao

Rita Hsiao

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG-13

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)PG

Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

CanadaG

General — Suitable for all ages.

Germany (FSK)6

FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.

France (CNC)U

Tous publics — Universal audience.

United Kingdom (BBFC)12A

12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.

United States (MPAA)PG-13

Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 13 Going on 30

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is 13 Going on 30 about?

After total humiliation at her thirteenth birthday party, Jenna Rink wants to just hide until she's thirty. Thanks to some magic wishing dust, Jenna's prayer has been answered. With a knockout body, a fabulous wardrobe, an athlete boyfriend, a dream job, and superstar friends, this can't be a better life. But soon Jenna realizes that adult life isn’t as easy as she hoped for.

Who directed 13 Going on 30?

13 Going on 30 was directed by Gary Winick.

Who stars in 13 Going on 30?

The principal cast of 13 Going on 30 includes Jennifer Garner, Mark Ruffalo, Judy Greer, Andy Serkis, Kathy Baker.

When was 13 Going on 30 released and how long is it?

13 Going on 30 was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.

What was the box office and production budget of 13 Going on 30?

13 Going on 30 had a reported production budget of $37M and grossed $96.5M at the worldwide box office (2.61 return on budget, classified as a commercial hit).

Who composed the musical score for 13 Going on 30?

The original motion picture soundtrack for 13 Going on 30 was composed by Theodore Shapiro.

What is the age rating and content advisory for 13 Going on 30?

13 Going on 30 holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.); DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).