What is the duration of The BFG?

The duration of The BFG is 87 mins.

What is the original language of The BFG?

The original language of The BFG is English.

Who directed The BFG?

The BFG was directed by Michael Knowles, Brian Cosgrove.

Which studio made The BFG?

The BFG was produced by Cosgrove Hall Films.

The BFG 1989

Q: Does The BFG have end credit scenes?

The BFG does not have end credit scenes.

Fantasy

Family

Animation

Runtime

87 mins

Language

English

Sophie is taken from her orphanage one early morning by the Big Friendly Giant, whom she initially sees carrying out mysterious tasks. He quickly puts her at ease and explains that his job is to collect, catalog and deliver pleasant dreams to children. That night they set out together, but a group of malevolent giants pursue them, planning to eat the world's children.

Cosgrove Hall Films

Studio

Michael Knowles

Director

Brian Cosgrove

Director

Does The BFG have end credit scenes?

No!

The BFG does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

Meet the Full Cast and Actors of The BFG

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Amanda Root

Sophie (voice)

Jimmy Hibbert

Additional voices

Frank Thornton

Mr. Tibbs (voice)

David Jason

The BFG (voice)

Angela Thorne

Elizabeth II (voice)

Mollie Sugden

Mary (voice)

Don Henderson

Bloodbottler / Fleshlumpeater / Sergeant (voice)

Ballard Berkeley

Head of the Army (voice)

Myfanwy Talog

Mrs. Clonkers (voice)

Sharon Campbell

The Balladeer (voice)

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The BFG Themes and Keywords

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The BFG Other Names and Titles

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El G.G.B. The Big Friendly Giant Der große freundliche Riese De GVR B.A.G. El Buen Amigo Gigante Le Bon Gros Géant Il mio amico gigante Sophie und der große freundliche Riese העי"ג Большой и дружелюбный великан Sofie og den store venlige kæmpe Добрият Великан 내 친구 꼬마 거인 غول بزرگ مهربان 友好的巨人 Ο Μεγάλος Φιλικός Γίγαντας 吹夢巨人 Elfy: O Duende que Caiu do Céu

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