Matilda poster
Director Danny DeVito
Screenplay Robin Swicord, Nicholas Kazan

Matilda

Tagline: A little magic goes a long way.

Release Date: 1996-08-02

Duration: 98 minutes

Synopsis

Matilda Wormwood is an exquisite and intelligent little girl. Unfortunately, her parents, Harry and Zinnia misunderstand her because they think she is so different. As time passes, she finally starts school and has a kind teacher, loyal friends, and a sadistic headmistress. As she gets fed up with the constant cruelty, she begins to realize that she has a gift of telekinetic powers. After some days of practice, she suddenly turns the tables to stand up to Harry and Zinnia and outwit the headmistress.

Casting

  • Embeth Davidtz
    Miss Honey
  • Danny DeVito
    Harry Wormwood / Narrator (voice)
  • Pam Ferris
    Agatha Trunchbull
  • Jon Lovitz
    Million $ Sticky Host (uncredited)
  • Mara Wilson
    Matilda Wormwood
  • Brian Levinson
    Michael Wormwood
  • Tracey Walter
    FBI Agent
  • Sara Magdalin
    Four-Year-Old Matilda
  • Christel Khalil
    Child in Classroom
  • Rhea Perlman
    Zinnia Wormwood