Beauty and the Beast
Synopsis
A kind hearted merchant found shelter from a storm in an enchanted palace. He becomes imprisoned for picking a single flower for his youngest daughter Beauty. When his horse returned home alone, Beauty set out to finer her father, but what awaited her was a heart that matched her own.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 13, 1997
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Diane Eskenazi
- Screenplay & Story
- Diane Eskenazi
- Original Title
- Beauty and the Beast
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 49m
- Production Studios
- Golden Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Diane Eskenazi
Diane Eskenazi, Glen Lovett
Tom Nichols
Diane Eskenazi
Department Leadership Roster
Diane Eskenazi
Director
Tom Nichols
Editor
Diane Eskenazi
Screenplay
Cathy Carlson
Costume Design
Diane Eskenazi
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beauty and the Beast
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What is Beauty and the Beast about?
A kind hearted merchant found shelter from a storm in an enchanted palace. He becomes imprisoned for picking a single flower for his youngest daughter Beauty. When his horse returned home alone, Beauty set out to finer her father, but what awaited her was a heart that matched her own.
Who directed Beauty and the Beast?
Beauty and the Beast was directed by Diane Eskenazi.
Who stars in Beauty and the Beast?
The principal cast of Beauty and the Beast includes Michael Gough, John Rafter Lee, Charles Martinet, Daran Norris.
When was Beauty and the Beast released and how long is it?
Beauty and the Beast was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 49m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Beauty and the Beast?
Beauty and the Beast holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).