

Matilda (1996)
Comedy
Family
Fantasy
- 2h 38m
72 %
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Somewhere inside all of us is the power to change the world.
Overview
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.
Overview
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.
Top Billed Cast

Mara Wilson
Matilda Wormwood

Danny DeVito
Harry Wormwood / Narrator (voice)

Rhea Perlman
Zinnia Wormwood

Embeth Davidtz
Miss Honey

Pam Ferris
Agatha Trunchbull

Paul Reubens
FBI Agent

Tracey Walter
FBI Agent

Jean Speegle Howard
Miss Phelps

Brian Levinson
Michael Wormwood

Sara Magdalin
Four-Year-Old Matilda
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