The Snowy Day
Synopsis
Based on the award-winning book by Ezra Jack Keats. Peter goes on a magical, snowy walk to his Nana's house to bring home their Christmas Eve dinner.
Top Cast
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Laurence Fishburne
Narrator (voice)
Regina King
Mom (voice)
Donielle T. Hansley Jr.
Peter (voice)
Jamie-Lynn Sigler
Layla's Mom (voice)
Angela Bassett
Nana (voice)
Zoe Lulu
Layla (voice)
Landon Gimenez
George (voice)
Karen Huie
Mrs. Lee (voice)
Robert Costanzo
Anthony (voice)
Noah Weisberg
Baker (voice)
Brian George
Ahmed (voice)
Ian Alexander Jr.
Michael (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 25, 2016
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jamie Badminton, Rufus Blacklock
- Screenplay & Story
- Ezra Jack Keats, Ann Austen, Deborah Pope, Irene Sherman
- Original Title
- The Snowy Day
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 38m
- Production Studios
- Studiopolis
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jamie Badminton, Rufus Blacklock
Ezra Jack Keats, Ann Austen, Deborah Pope, Irene Sherman
Samantha Rhodes, Jack Tilley
Department Leadership Roster
Jamie Badminton
Director
Rufus Blacklock
Director
Ann Austen
Writer
Deborah Pope
Writer
Irene Sherman
Writer
Samantha Rhodes
Editor
Jack Tilley
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Snowy Day
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Snowy Day about?
Based on the award-winning book by Ezra Jack Keats. Peter goes on a magical, snowy walk to his Nana's house to bring home their Christmas Eve dinner.
Who directed The Snowy Day?
The Snowy Day was directed by Jamie Badminton, Rufus Blacklock.
Who stars in The Snowy Day?
The principal cast of The Snowy Day includes Laurence Fishburne, Regina King, Donielle T. Hansley Jr., Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Angela Bassett.
When was The Snowy Day released and how long is it?
The Snowy Day was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 38m.
Is The Snowy Day based on a book or true story?
The Snowy Day is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Ezra Jack Keats".