The BFG
Synopsis
Sophie is snatched from her orphanage early one morning by the BFG (Big Friendly Giant), whom she witnesses engaged in mysterious activities. She is soon put at ease, as she learns that BFG's job is to collect, catalog and deliver pleasant dreams to children. She joins him that night, but a mean giants follow them, planning to eat the children of the world.
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The BFG 2016 (1989 style) Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-04-05
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David Jason
The BFG (voice)
Amanda Root
Sophie (voice)
Angela Thorne
Elizabeth II (voice)
Ballard Berkeley
Head of the Army (voice)
Michael Knowles
Head of the Air Force
Don Henderson
Bloodbottler / Fleshlumpeater / Sergeant (voice)
Mollie Sugden
Mary (voice)
Frank Thornton
Mr. Tibbs (voice)
Myfanwy Talog
Mrs. Clonkers (voice)
Jimmy Hibbert
Additional voices
Sharon Campbell
The Balladeer (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 17, 1992
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 1, 2016
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Cosgrove
- Screenplay & Story
- Roald Dahl, John Hambley
- Original Score
- Keith Hopwood, Malcolm Rowe
- Original Title
- The BFG
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Cosgrove Hall Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Cosgrove
Roald Dahl, John Hambley
Keith Hopwood, Malcolm Rowe
Nigel Rutter
Brian Cosgrove, John Hambley, Mark Hall
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Cosgrove
Director
Keith Hopwood
Original Music Composer
Malcolm Rowe
Original Music Composer
Brian Cosgrove
Producer
Nigel Rutter
Editor
Mark Hall
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The BFG
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What is The BFG about?
Sophie is snatched from her orphanage early one morning by the BFG (Big Friendly Giant), whom she witnesses engaged in mysterious activities. She is soon put at ease, as she learns that BFG's job is to collect, catalog and deliver pleasant dreams to children. She joins him that night, but a mean giants follow them, planning to eat the children of the world.
Who directed The BFG?
The BFG was directed by Brian Cosgrove.
Who stars in The BFG?
The principal cast of The BFG includes David Jason, Amanda Root, Angela Thorne, Ballard Berkeley, Michael Knowles.
When was The BFG released and how long is it?
The BFG was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for The BFG?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The BFG was composed by Keith Hopwood, Malcolm Rowe.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The BFG?
The BFG holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.).