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The Secret World of Lewis Carroll (2015): Cast

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The Secret World of Lewis Carroll is a 2015 historical documentary directed by Clare Beavan, starring Martha Kearney as Narrator, Alice Liddell and Richard E. Grant. It runs 59 minutes.

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The Secret World of Lewis Carroll (2015) movie poster
Released
Runtime
59 min
Director
Clare Beavan
Genres
History , Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Secret World of Lewis Carroll About?

The premise of The Secret World of Lewis Carroll without spoilers.

To celebrate the 150th anniversary of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, this documentary investigates the life and creative mind of its author, Reverend Charles Dodgson, known as Lewis Carroll. Journalist Martha Kearney examines Carroll’s biography and that of Alice Liddell, the girl who inspired the iconic story. Through discussions with experts, biographers, and cultural figures, the film explores how a reserved mathematics don, largely confined to Oxford University, was able to so brilliantly portray the world of childhood.

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Cast & crew

The Secret World of Lewis Carroll Cast & Characters

Martha Kearney leads the cast as Narrator, with Alice Liddell and Richard E. Grant. Directed by Clare Beavan; 20 actors are credited in all.

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The Secret World of Lewis Carroll FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Secret World of Lewis Carroll, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Secret World of Lewis Carroll?

The Secret World of Lewis Carroll runs 59 minutes.

When was The Secret World of Lewis Carroll released?

The Secret World of Lewis Carroll was released on January 31, 2015.

Who directed The Secret World of Lewis Carroll?

The Secret World of Lewis Carroll was directed by Clare Beavan.

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Who is in the cast of The Secret World of Lewis Carroll?

The Secret World of Lewis Carroll stars Martha Kearney as Narrator, Alice Liddell and Richard E. Grant, among 20 credited actors.

Does The Secret World of Lewis Carroll have a post-credit scene?

No. The Secret World of Lewis Carroll has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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