Stuart Little (1999): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Stuart Little is a 1999 adventure comedy directed by Rob Minkoff, starring Geena Davis and Michael J. Fox. It is partly based on Stuart Little by E. B. White and Garth Williams. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes and earned $300.1 million worldwide on a $133 million budget. It was nominated for 1 Oscar. Critics gave it 61 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.0/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 24m (84 min)
- Director
- Rob Minkoff
- Original language
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English - Budget
- $133M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Stuart Little About?
The premise of Stuart Little without spoilers, adapted from Stuart Little by E. B. White and Garth Williams. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A tiny mouse named Stuart Little is adopted by the Little family and must adjust to life in a human world. He experiences both joy and challenges as he tries to fit in and earn the acceptance of his new friends and family. Along the way, he encounters Snowbell, the family cat, who isn't initially thrilled about sharing his home with a mouse. Stuart’s adventures explore themes of belonging, friendship, and the importance of embracing differences.
Stuart Little Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- alley cat
- cat actor
- boat
- boy
- scene during end credits
- surprise during end credits
- falling into river
- storm drain
- laundry
- live action cgi hybrid
- animal character name as title
- boy wears eyeglasses
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- man wears eyeglasses
- cgi character in a live action movie
- two word title
- talking mouse
- male protagonist
- eyeglasses
- train set
- cat
- new york city
- animal protagonist
- sadness
- lie
- chase
- first part
- anthropomorphic mouse
- manhattan new york city
- return home
- orphan
- central park manhattan new york city
- talking cat
- boat race
- based on novel
- stuart little character
- slimehouse
- furry
- ford mustang
- mercedes benz c klasse
- blockbuster
- animals family
- nissan the car
- bmw the car
- part live action
- ford the car
- audi the car
- buick the car
- mercedes benz the car
- chevrolet the car
- tabby cat
Stuart Little Cast
Geena Davis leads the cast, with Michael J. Fox. Directed by Rob Minkoff.
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Director Rob Minkoff
More from Rob Minkoff
More films directed by Rob Minkoff, best-rated first: The Lion King, Sing 2, Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank and Mr. Peabody & Sherman.
Stuart Little Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Stuart Little 61 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.0/10.
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IMDb 6.0 /10
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Metacritic 61 Metascore
User score 6.5
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TMDB 61% User score
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Stuart Little Plot Summary
What happens in Stuart Little from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The film begins with Fredrick and Eleanor Little (Hugh Laurie and Geena Davis), alongside their son George (portrayed by Jonathan Lipnicki), preparing for an adoption. Although George eagerly wants to accompany them to the orphanage, he is obliged to attend school that day. While George is occupied with his studies, the Littles visit the orphanage, where they come across a perceptive and introspective mouse named Stuart (voiced by Michael J. Fox), who has spent considerable time there and is well-versed in the other children’s stories. Ignoring the admonitions of Mrs. Keeper, the orphanage’s caretaker, who warns against the adoption of a mouse by humans, the Littles decide to welcome Stuart into their family as their new son.
Full summary
The whole story of Stuart Little, scene by scene
Stuart Little Box Office & Budget
Stuart Little grossed $300.1 million worldwide on a $133 million budget, 2.3 times what it cost. $140 million came from the US and Canada and $160.1 million (53%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$300.1M
2.3× its budget
- US & Canada
- $140M
- International
- $160.1M
- Budget
- $133M
Stuart Little Awards & Nominations
Stuart Little was nominated for 1 Oscar.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Oscars 2000 1 nomination- Nominated Visual Effects
Stuart Little Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Stuart Little.
How Well Do You Know Stuart Little?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Who are Stuart Little's adoptive parents?
Cars in Stuart Little
13 cars on screen, including the unknown and the 1970 Checker Taxicab.
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1987 Chevrolet Caprice Minor role -
1986 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Minor role
Stuart Little Also Known As
30 alternative titles, including “一家之鼠超力仔” and “一家之鼠”.
- Also known as
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- 一家之鼠超力仔
- 一家之鼠
- 一家之鼠小史都华
- スチュアート・リトル
- O Pequeno Stuart Little
- Стюарт Литтл
- Küçük Kardeşim
- 精灵鼠小弟
- סטיוארט ליטל
- Stuart Little, kisegér
- Stuart Little - Un topolino in gamba
- Ο Ποντικο-μικρούλης
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- Stuart Malutki
- Myšák Stuart Little
- Șoricelul familiei
- Стюарт Літтл
- Стюарт Литъл
- Petit Stuart
- استوارت کوچولو
- 스튜어트 리틀
- Stuart Little - Pieni suuri hiiri
- Myšiak Stuart Little
- Peliukas Stiuartas Litlis
- Mišek Stuart Little
- Маленькі Сцюарт
- ستيوارت ليتل
- Stuart Mali
- Chú Chuột Siêu Quậy
- Mazais Stjuarts
- สจ๊วต ลิตเติ้ล เจ้าหนูแสนซน
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Movies Like Stuart Little
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Stuart Little 2, Stuart Little 3: Call of the Wild and The Mouse and His Child.
Stuart Little FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and awards of Stuart Little, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Stuart Little?
Stuart Little runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).
When was Stuart Little released?
Stuart Little was released on December 17, 1999.
Who directed Stuart Little?
Stuart Little was directed by Rob Minkoff.
More films by Rob Minkoff Who is in the cast of Stuart Little?
Stuart Little stars Geena Davis and Michael J. Fox.
How much did Stuart Little make at the box office?
Stuart Little grossed $300.1 million worldwide ($140 million domestic, $160.1 million international) on a budget of $133 million.
How is Stuart Little rated?
Stuart Little has 6.0/10 on IMDb, 61 on Metacritic and 61% on TMDB.
Is Stuart Little based on a book?
Yes. Stuart Little is partly adapted from Stuart Little by E. B. White and Garth Williams.
Was Stuart Little nominated for any awards?
Stuart Little received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
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