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The Adventures of Tintin (2011): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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The Adventures of Tintin is a 2011 adventure mystery film directed by Steven Spielberg, starring Andy Serkis and Jamie Bell. It runs 1 hour 47 minutes and earned $374 million worldwide. It was nominated for 1 Oscar. Critics gave it 75% on Rotten Tomatoes and 68 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.

IMDb rating
6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes
75%
worldwide gross
$374M
award nominations
7
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The Adventures of Tintin (2011) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 47m (107 min)
Director
Steven Spielberg
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Adventures of Tintin About?

The premise of The Adventures of Tintin without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

While investigating a stolen artifact with his dog Snowy, young reporter Tintin finds himself embroiled in a thrilling quest for a lost treasure. Pursued by relentless treasure hunters, he embarks on a perilous journey across the globe, deciphering cryptic clues related to the legendary ship, the Unicorn. Along the way, he forms an unlikely partnership with the boisterous Captain Haddock, facing danger and cunning adversaries in a race to uncover the secrets of the Unicorn and its hidden riches.

The Adventures of Tintin Themes & Keywords

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  • based on film
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  • multiplatform
  • nintendo wii
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Cast & crew

The Adventures of Tintin Cast

Andy Serkis leads the cast, with Jamie Bell. Directed by Steven Spielberg.

From the director

More from Steven Spielberg

More films directed by Steven Spielberg, best-rated first: Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, The Fabelmans and Jaws.

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Ratings

The Adventures of Tintin Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Adventures of Tintin 75% on Rotten Tomatoes and 68 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.

Plot

The Adventures of Tintin Plot Summary

What happens in The Adventures of Tintin from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the lively, post-war streets of Brussels, Belgium, a young journalist named Tintin takes a leisurely stroll through an outdoor market, accompanied by his loyal dog, Snowy. Their quest for unique treasures is abruptly interrupted when Tintin’s attention is captivated by a beautifully crafted miniature model of the Unicorn. Just as he is about to make a purchase, he finds himself in the midst of a heated encounter between Barnaby, an Interpol officer, and Ivan Ivanovitch Sakharine, a ship collector, both eager to acquire the coveted model. However, through a series of unforeseen events, Tintin ends up with the model in his possession.

Full summary

The whole story of The Adventures of Tintin, scene by scene

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Box office

The Adventures of Tintin Box Office

The Adventures of Tintin grossed $374 million worldwide. $77.6 million came from the US and Canada and $296.4 million (79%) from the rest of the world.

2011 box office

Worldwide gross

$374M

US & Canada
$77.6M
International
$296.4M
US & Canada 21% Rest of the world 79%
Awards

The Adventures of Tintin Awards & Nominations

The Adventures of Tintin was nominated for 1 Oscar. The 7 nominations come from 6 ceremonies, the most at the BAFTA 2012.

7 nominations6 ceremonies

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Videos

The Adventures of Tintin Trailers & Videos

3 videos: 2 trailers and 1 behind-the-scenes video.

Watch the International Trailer for The Adventures of Tintin
  • Trailer The Adventures of Tintin - Trailer
  • Behind the Scenes The Adventures of Tintin Behind the Scenes - Steven Spielberg Movie (2011) HD
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Adventures of Tintin?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What draws Tintin's attention at the outdoor market?

Cars

Cars in The Adventures of Tintin

18 cars on screen, including the 1935 Citroën 7UB Camionnette 500 kg and the 1941 Indian Model 741.

All 18 cars
  • 1935 Citroën 7UB Camionnette 500 kg in The Adventures of Tintin 1935 Citroën 7UB Camionnette 500 kg Important role
  • 1941 Indian Model 741 in The Adventures of Tintin 1941 Indian Model 741 Important role
  • Rolls-Royce Phantom II in The Adventures of Tintin Rolls-Royce Phantom II Important role
  • 1955 Triumph TR2 in The Adventures of Tintin 1955 Triumph TR2 Important role
Details

The Adventures of Tintin Also Known As

45 alternative titles, including “The Adventures of Tintin 3D” and “The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn”.

Also known as
  • The Adventures of Tintin 3D
  • The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn
  • As Aventuras de Tintin - O Segredo do Licorne
  • Les Aventures de Tintin - Le Secret de la Licorne
  • Tim und Struppi und das Geheimnis der Einhorn
  • Οι Περιπέτειες του Τεντέν: Το Μυστικό του Μονόκερου
  • Những Cuộc Phiêu Lưu Của Tintin
  • 丁丁历险记:独角兽号的秘密
  • Die Abenteuer von Tim und Struppi - Das Geheimnis der Einhorn
  • Tintins äventyr: Enhörningens hemlighet
  • Le avventure di Tintin - Il segreto dell'Unicorno
  • Tenten'in Maceraları
+33 more
  • 丁丁历险记
  • As Aventuras de Tintin: O Segredo do Licorne
  • Приключения Тинтина: Тайна Единорога
  • De avonturen van Kuifje: Het geheim van de eenhoorn
  • Las aventuras de Tintín: El secreto del unicornio
  • Tintin: Enhjørningens hemmelighed
  • Przygody Tintina
  • Tintinova dobrodružství
  • Tintin seikkailut: Yksisarvisen salaisuus
  • Οι Περιπέτειες του Τεν Τεν: Το Μυστικό του Μονόκερου
  • Tintin kalandjai
  • Tintinove dobrodružstvá
  • การผจญภัยของตินติน
  • הרפתקאות טינטין
  • Авантуре Тинтина: Тајна једнорога
  • På eventyr med Tintin - Enhjørningens hemmelighet
  • タンタンの冒険/ユニコーン号の秘密
  • Пригоди Тінтіна: Таємниця єдинорога
  • Les aventures de Tintín: El secret de l’Unicorn
  • Aventurile lui Tintin: Secretul Licornului
  • As Aventuras de Tintim
  • 틴틴: 유니콘호의 비밀
  • Les Aventures de Tintin : Le Secret de La Licorne
  • Приключенията на Тинтин
  • ماجراهای تن‌تن: راز اسب شاخدار
  • Tintino nuotykiai: Vienaragio paslaptis
  • Las Aventuras de Tintín
  • 丁丁歷險記
  • مغامرات تان تان
  • Avanture Tintina
  • Tintin in njegove pustolovščine
  • Tintiņa piedzīvojumi: Vienradža noslēpums, ტინტინის თავგადასავალი
  • Tintini seiklused: Ükssarve saladus

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FAQ

The Adventures of Tintin FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of The Adventures of Tintin, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Adventures of Tintin?

The Adventures of Tintin runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

When was The Adventures of Tintin released?

The Adventures of Tintin was released on December 21, 2011.

Who directed The Adventures of Tintin?

The Adventures of Tintin was directed by Steven Spielberg.

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Who is in the cast of The Adventures of Tintin?

The Adventures of Tintin stars Andy Serkis and Jamie Bell.

How much did The Adventures of Tintin make at the box office?

The Adventures of Tintin grossed $374 million worldwide ($77.6 million domestic, $296.4 million international).

How is The Adventures of Tintin rated?

The Adventures of Tintin has 6.7/10 on IMDb, 75% on Rotten Tomatoes, 68 on Metacritic and 69% on TMDB.

Was The Adventures of Tintin nominated for any awards?

The Adventures of Tintin received 7 nominations across 6 ceremonies.

Does The Adventures of Tintin have a post-credit scene?

No. The Adventures of Tintin has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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