Matilda
movie

Somewhere inside all of us is the power to change the world.
Released August 02, 1996
Overview
Matilda Wormwood is an exquisite and intelligent little girl. Unfortunately, her parents, Harry and Zinnia misunderstand her because they think she is so different. As time passes, she finally starts school and has a kind teacher, loyal friends, and a sadistic headmistress. As she gets fed up with the constant cruelty, she begins to realize that she has a gift of telekinetic powers. After some days of practice, she suddenly turns the tables to stand up to Harry and Zinnia and outwit the headmistress.
Runtime
1h 38m
Budget
$36,000,000
Revenue
$33,500,000
Origin Country
United States
Original Language
English
Original Title
Matilda
Status
Released
Production Countries
- United States of America
Spoken Languages
- English
Production Companies

Jersey Films
United States

TriStar Pictures
United States
Keywords
- based on novel or book
- parent child relationship
- classroom
- difficult childhood
- child prodigy
- childhood trauma
- dysfunctional family
- telekinesis
- school
- teacher student relationship
- used car salesman
- school principal
- neglected child
- schoolmarm
- dysfunctional life
- female teacher
- parental abuse
- crass comedy
- based on young adult novel
- abused child
- tyrannical school principal








