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Dear Mr. Watterson (2013): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Dear Mr. Watterson is a 2013 documentary directed by Joel Allen Schroeder, starring Seth Green, Berkeley Breathed and Jef Mallett. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and earned $23,899 worldwide. Critics gave it 64% on Rotten Tomatoes and 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.

IMDb rating
6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes
64%
worldwide gross
$23.9K
Metascore
54
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Dear Mr. Watterson (2013) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Dear Mr. Watterson About?

The premise of Dear Mr. Watterson without spoilers.

This documentary offers a rare and intimate look into the mind of Bill Watterson, the creator of the celebrated comic strip "Calvin & Hobbes." Through interviews and reflections, Watterson explores the origins of his beloved characters and the creative process behind the strip’s enduring appeal. The film delves into the whimsical world he built, examining the profound connection the comic has forged with readers and fellow artists alike, revealing the heart and humor that made "Calvin & Hobbes" a timeless classic.

Dear Mr. Watterson Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

Dear Mr. Watterson Cast

Seth Green leads the cast, with Berkeley Breathed and Jef Mallett. Directed by Joel Allen Schroeder; 4 actors are credited in all.

Ratings

Dear Mr. Watterson Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Dear Mr. Watterson 64% on Rotten Tomatoes and 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.

Box office

Dear Mr. Watterson Box Office

Dear Mr. Watterson grossed $23,899 worldwide.

2013 box office

Worldwide gross

$23.9K

US & Canada
$23.9K
Videos

Dear Mr. Watterson Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Dear Mr. Watterson.

Dear Mr. Watterson Trailer

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FAQ

Dear Mr. Watterson FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Dear Mr. Watterson, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Dear Mr. Watterson?

Dear Mr. Watterson runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was Dear Mr. Watterson released?

Dear Mr. Watterson was released on November 15, 2013.

Who directed Dear Mr. Watterson?

Dear Mr. Watterson was directed by Joel Allen Schroeder.

Who is in the cast of Dear Mr. Watterson?

Dear Mr. Watterson stars Seth Green, Berkeley Breathed and Jef Mallett, among 4 credited actors.

How much did Dear Mr. Watterson make at the box office?

Dear Mr. Watterson grossed $23,899 worldwide.

How is Dear Mr. Watterson rated?

Dear Mr. Watterson has 6.4/10 on IMDb, 64% on Rotten Tomatoes, 54 on Metacritic and 65% on TMDB.

Does Dear Mr. Watterson have a post-credit scene?

No. Dear Mr. Watterson has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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