Beethoven's 4th
“The family is pleasantly surprised and puzzled when Beethoven suddenly becomes obedient.”
Synopsis
The family is pleasantly surprised and puzzled when Beethoven suddenly becomes obedient. Turns out it's a prince and the pauper scenario, with the real Beethoven now living with a pompous rich family.
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Beethoven's 4th (2001) Trailer (VHS Capture)
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-06-15
Top Cast
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Judge Reinhold
Richard Newton
Julia Sweeney
Beth Newton
Joe Pichler
Brennan Newton
Michaela Gallo
Sara Newton
Kaleigh Krish
Madison Sedgewick
Matt McCoy
Reginald Sedgewick
Veanne Cox
Martha Sedgewick
Natalie Elizabeth Marston
Hayley
Art LaFleur
Sgt. Rutledge
Jeff Coopwood
Bill
June Lu
Mrs. Florence Rutledge
Mark Lindsay Chapman
Johnnie Simmons
Nick Meaney
Nigel Bigalow
Patrick Bristow
Guillermo
Scott Evans
Chiuchua Dancer
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 4, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 19, 2002
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Mickey Evans
- Screenplay & Story
- John Loy, Amy Holden Jones, John Hughes
- Original Score
- Philip Giffin
- Original Title
- Beethoven's 4th
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Mickey Evans
John Loy, Amy Holden Jones, John Hughes
Philip Giffin
John B. Aronson
David L. Bertman, Carroll Timothy O'Meara
Kelli Konop
Department Leadership Roster
John Loy
Writer
David Mickey Evans
Director
Kelli Konop
Producer
John B. Aronson
Director of Photography
David L. Bertman
Editor
Carroll Timothy O'Meara
Editor
Annie Dunn
Costume Design
Chester Kaczenski
Production Design
Gary J. Wayton
Stunt Coordinator
Philip Giffin
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beethoven's 4th
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What is Beethoven's 4th about?
The family is pleasantly surprised and puzzled when Beethoven suddenly becomes obedient. Turns out it's a prince and the pauper scenario, with the real Beethoven now living with a pompous rich family.
Who directed Beethoven's 4th?
Beethoven's 4th was directed by David Mickey Evans.
Who stars in Beethoven's 4th?
The principal cast of Beethoven's 4th includes Judge Reinhold, Julia Sweeney, Joe Pichler, Michaela Gallo, Kaleigh Krish.
When was Beethoven's 4th released and how long is it?
Beethoven's 4th was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Beethoven's 4th?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Beethoven's 4th was composed by Philip Giffin.
Is Beethoven's 4th based on a book or true story?
Beethoven's 4th is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Amy Holden Jones", Characters: "John Hughes".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Beethoven's 4th?
Beethoven's 4th holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.); DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).