The Gruffalo
Synopsis
The magical tale of a mouse who sets foot on a woodland adventure in search of a nut. Encountering predators who all wish to eat him - Fox, Owl and Snake - the brave mouse creates a terrifying, imaginary monster to frighten them away. But what will the mouse do when he meets this frightful monster for real?
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The Gruffalo - Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-03-02
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 25, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 9, 2010
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jakob Schuh, Max Lang
- Screenplay & Story
- Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler, Jakob Schuh, Max Lang
- Original Score
- René Aubry
- Original Title
- The Gruffalo
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 27m
- Production Studios
- Magic Light Pictures, Orange Eyes, Studio Soi
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jakob Schuh, Max Lang
Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler, Jakob Schuh, Max Lang
René Aubry
Department Leadership Roster
Jakob Schuh
Director
Max Lang
Director
Jakob Schuh
Writer
Max Lang
Writer
Julia Donaldson
Writer
René Aubry
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.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Gruffalo
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What is The Gruffalo about?
The magical tale of a mouse who sets foot on a woodland adventure in search of a nut. Encountering predators who all wish to eat him - Fox, Owl and Snake - the brave mouse creates a terrifying, imaginary monster to frighten them away. But what will the mouse do when he meets this frightful monster for real?
Who directed The Gruffalo?
The Gruffalo was directed by Jakob Schuh, Max Lang.
Who stars in The Gruffalo?
The principal cast of The Gruffalo includes Helena Bonham Carter, Rob Brydon, Robbie Coltrane, James Corden, John Hurt.
When was The Gruffalo released and how long is it?
The Gruffalo was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 27m.
Who composed the musical score for The Gruffalo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Gruffalo was composed by René Aubry.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Gruffalo?
The Gruffalo holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.); DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); FR: TP; GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).