Matilda (movie 1996) - Popularity, Trends & Audience Interest

Comedy Family Fantasy

6+•Aug 2, 1996•USA•1h 38m

Budget: 36 000 000 $•Domestic: 33 459 416 $•Foreign: 40 584 $

Language English

NMTW 77% Good

3 wins & 7 nominations total

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Budget:	36 000 000 $
Domestic Box Office (USA):	33 459 416 $
Foreign Box Office:	40 584 $
Worldwide Box Office:	33 500 000 $
Profit:	−2 500 000 $
Country:	USA
Age rating:	6+
MPAA rating:	PG
NMTW Rating:	77% Good
Length:	1 h 38 min

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Matilda Wormwood, a remarkably intelligent and imaginative girl, feels overlooked by her parents. Her father, Harry, is clumsy and insensitive, while her mother, Zinnia, is preoccupied with herself, and they don't understand Matilda's unique abilities. As she starts school, Matilda finds support in a kind teacher and friends, but faces a harsh headmistress. Discovering she has telekinetic powers, Matilda learns to use them to stand up for herself. With courage and determination, she confronts her neglectful parents and cleverly outwits the cruel headmistress. This touching story examines resilience, self-discovery, and the importance of education through the eyes of an extraordinary young girl as she finds acceptance and triumphs over adversity.