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Erik or the Small Book of Insects (2004): Cast

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Erik or the Small Book of Insects is a 2004 mystery adventure film directed by Gidi van Liempd, starring Jasper Oldenhof as Erik Pinksterblom, Jörgen Raymann and Anne-Mieke Ruyten. It runs 1 hour 37 minutes.

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Erik or the Small Book of Insects (2004) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 37m (97 min)
Director
Gidi van Liempd
Genres
Mystery , Adventure , Family
Original language
Dutch
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Erik or the Small Book of Insects About?

The premise of Erik or the Small Book of Insects without spoilers.

Erik, a ten‑year‑old Dutch schoolboy, is studying insects. His nature‑loving grandfather introduces him to the creatures on his country estate and shares an old insect book. That night, Erik is magically shrunk, like Alice in Wonderland, and wanders among giant, talking insects—bees, flies, wasps—who explain their lives and habits.

Erik or the Small Book of Insects Themes & Keywords

· 8 tags
  • entomology
  • grandmother
  • grandfather
  • miniaturization
  • young boy
  • school
  • painting
  • based on novel
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Cast & crew

Erik or the Small Book of Insects Cast & Characters

Jasper Oldenhof leads the cast as Erik Pinksterblom, with Jörgen Raymann as Hommel and Anne-Mieke Ruyten as Moeder. Directed by Gidi van Liempd; 5 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Erik or the Small Book of Insects

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Erik or the Small Book of Insects Also Known As

6 alternative titles, including “Eric en la tierra de los insectos” and “Erik im Land der Insekten”.

Also known as
  • Eric en la tierra de los insectos
  • Erik im Land der Insekten
  • Eric y los insectos
  • Erik v zemi hmyzu
  • Könyvmoly úrfi
  • Erik i insekternas land

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Erik or the Small Book of Insects FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Erik or the Small Book of Insects, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Erik or the Small Book of Insects?

Erik or the Small Book of Insects runs 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

When was Erik or the Small Book of Insects released?

Erik or the Small Book of Insects was released on December 9, 2004.

Who directed Erik or the Small Book of Insects?

Erik or the Small Book of Insects was directed by Gidi van Liempd.

Who is in the cast of Erik or the Small Book of Insects?

Erik or the Small Book of Insects stars Jasper Oldenhof as Erik Pinksterblom, Jörgen Raymann as Hommel and Anne-Mieke Ruyten as Moeder, among 5 credited actors.

Does Erik or the Small Book of Insects have a post-credit scene?

No. Erik or the Small Book of Insects has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Erik or the Small Book of Insects in?

The original language of Erik or the Small Book of Insects is Dutch.

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