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Animated Epics: Beowulf (1998): Cast

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Animated Epics: Beowulf is a 1998 short animated film directed by Yuri Kulakov, starring Joseph Fiennes as Beowulf ( voice ), Derek Jacobi and Michael Sheen. It runs 27 minutes.

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Animated Epics: Beowulf (1998) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
27 min
Director
Yuri Kulakov
Genre
Animation
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Animated Epics: Beowulf About?

The premise of Animated Epics: Beowulf without spoilers.

In this energetic animated retelling of the classic epic, Beowulf confronts the fearsome monster Grendel in a clash of swords and mythic bravery. The film features striking sketch‑style artwork that brings the ancient tale to life, with Joseph Fiennes providing the voice of the heroic Beowulf.

Animated Epics: Beowulf Themes & Keywords

· 21 tags
  • psychotronic short
  • viking
  • old english
  • warrior
  • dark hero
  • beowulf
  • hero
  • king
  • monster
  • thief
  • based on poem
  • denmark
+9 more
  • beast
  • dragon
  • gold
  • fire
  • swamp
  • sword
  • decapitation
  • rain
  • character name in title
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Cast & crew

Animated Epics: Beowulf Cast & Characters

Joseph Fiennes leads the cast as Beowulf ( voice ), with Derek Jacobi as Narrator ( voice ) and Michael Sheen as Wiglaf ( voice ). Directed by Yuri Kulakov; 7 actors are credited in all.

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One more film directed by Yuri Kulakov: Prince Vladimir.

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Animated Epics: Beowulf FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Animated Epics: Beowulf, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Animated Epics: Beowulf?

Animated Epics: Beowulf runs 27 minutes.

When was Animated Epics: Beowulf released?

Animated Epics: Beowulf was released in 1998.

Who directed Animated Epics: Beowulf?

Animated Epics: Beowulf was directed by Yuri Kulakov.

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Who is in the cast of Animated Epics: Beowulf?

Animated Epics: Beowulf stars Joseph Fiennes as Beowulf ( voice ), Derek Jacobi as Narrator ( voice ) and Michael Sheen as Wiglaf ( voice ), among 7 credited actors.

Does Animated Epics: Beowulf have a post-credit scene?

No. Animated Epics: Beowulf has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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