Valiant (2005): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Valiant is a 2005 animated comedy directed by Gary Chapman, starring Ewan McGregor and Ricky Gervais. It runs 1 hour 16 minutes and earned $61.7 million worldwide on a $35 million budget. Critics gave it 45 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.5/10. Stream it on Disney Plus, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 16m (76 min)
- Director
- Gary Chapman
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Buena Vista Pictures
- Budget
- $35M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Valiant About?
The premise of Valiant without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A group of brave animal warriors comes together to restore hope and rebuild their community after a devastating event. Facing adversity, they demonstrate courage, humor, and unwavering spirit. Their journey inspires unity and healing, proving that even in the darkest times, resilience and redemption can prevail.
Valiant Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- slimehouse
- shrekcore
- big ben
- flying
- cg animation
- animals family
- 1940s
- europe
- pigeon
- falcon
- anthropomorphic animal
- anthropomorphism
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- cgi animation
- dove
- nursing
- psychological torture
- torture
- surrealism
- james bond spoof scene
- french resistance
- carrier pigeon
- flatulence
- war hero
- truth serum
- stonehenge
- shower
- shell game
- seagull
- rescue
- prisoner of war
- presumed dead
- parachuting
- nurse
- movie theater
- mouse
- mother son relationship
- mill
- military training
- military enlistment
- london england
- hypodermic needle
- friendship
- france
- film in film
- espionage
- courier
- computer animation
- chase
- bunker
- airplane
Where to Watch Valiant
Stream it on Disney Plus, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Valiant Cast
Ewan McGregor leads the cast, with Ricky Gervais. Directed by Gary Chapman.
- Director Gary Chapman
Valiant Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Valiant 45 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.5/10.
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IMDb 5.5 /10
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Metacritic 45 Metascore
User score 5.2
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TMDB 55% User score
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Valiant Plot Summary
What happens in Valiant 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
In May 1944, five years into the World War II, three Royal Homing Pigeon Service war pigeons soar across the English Channel, with the iconic White Cliffs of Dover looming in sight. These brave messengers carry crucial dispatches to Great Britain. As they near their destination, they find themselves unexpectedly ambushed by a German falcon named General Von Talon. Tragically, two of the pigeons are killed in the attack, while the third is taken captive and becomes a prisoner of war.
Full summary
The whole story of Valiant, scene by scene
Valiant Box Office & Budget
Valiant grossed $61.7 million worldwide on a $35 million budget, 1.8 times what it cost. $19.5 million came from the US and Canada and $42.3 million (68%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$61.7M
1.8× its budget
- US & Canada
- $19.5M
- International
- $42.3M
- Budget
- $35M
Valiant Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Valiant.
How Well Do You Know Valiant?
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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- Question 10: not answered
What is the name of the courageous pigeon who survives the ambush?
Cars in Valiant
8 cars on screen, including the 1943 Harley-Davidson WLC and the 1935 AEC Regent.
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1943 Harley-Davidson WLC Minor role -
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1941 Bedford QL Background role
Valiant Also Known As
26 alternative titles, including “Vad galamb” and “Vaillant - Pigeon de Combat!”.
- Also known as
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- Vad galamb
- Vaillant - Pigeon de Combat!
- Веліант
- 발리언트
- Vaillant, pigeon de combat !
- Valiant - Piccioni da combattimento
- Valiant och de fjäderlätta hjältarna
- Вэлиант: Пернатый спецназ
- Valiant - Os Bravos do Pombal
- Szeregowiec Dolot
- Hrabri Pero
- 战鸽总动员
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- Βάλιαντ
- Το Γενναίο Περιστέρι
- פגוש את היונים
- Хоробрик - пернатий спецзагін
- Valiant: Um Herói que Vale a Pena
- Kahraman Güvercin
- کبوتر بیباک
- Sparnuotasis desantas
- 鴿戰總動員
- الشجاع
- Храбрият гълъб
- ヴァリアント
- Biệt Đội Bồ Câu
- กองทัพพิราบน้อย
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Valiant FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Valiant, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Valiant?
Valiant runs 1 hour 16 minutes (76 minutes).
When was Valiant released?
Valiant was released on August 19, 2005.
Who directed Valiant?
Valiant was directed by Gary Chapman.
More films by Gary Chapman Who is in the cast of Valiant?
Valiant stars Ewan McGregor and Ricky Gervais.
Where can I watch Valiant?
In the US, Valiant is streaming on Disney Plus and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Valiant make at the box office?
Valiant grossed $61.7 million worldwide ($19.5 million domestic, $42.3 million international) on a budget of $35 million.
How is Valiant rated?
Valiant has 5.5/10 on IMDb, 45 on Metacritic and 55% on TMDB.
Does Valiant have a post-credit scene?
No. Valiant has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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