Matilda (1996)

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"Somewhere inside all of us is the power to change the world."

Movie · 1996 · 1h 38m · Released · Rated PG · Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Synopsis

Matilda Wormwood is an brilliant and intelligent little girl. Unfortunately, her parents, Harry and Zinnia, fail to see that fact. As time passes, she finally starts school and has a kind teacher, loyal friends, and a terrifying, sadistic headmistress. As she becomes fed up with the constant cruelty, she discovers she has a special gift that she just might be able to use to outwit the unruly adults around her.

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Cast

  • Mara Wilson as Matilda
  • Danny DeVito as Mr. Wormwood / Narrator (voice)
  • Rhea Perlman as Mrs. Wormwood
  • Embeth Davidtz as Miss Honey
  • Pam Ferris as Trunchbull
  • Paul Reubens as FBI Agent
  • Tracey Walter as FBI Agent
  • Jean Speegle Howard as Miss Phelps
  • Brian Levinson as Michael
  • Sara Magdalin as Matilda, 4 Years

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