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Beowulf 2007

“Face your demons.”

★ 5.9/10 · 3,103 votes PG-13 AdventureActionAnimation Released
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What is Beowulf?

Beowulf is a film centered on a 6th-century Scandinavian warrior. The story follows this protagonist as he embarks on a mission to confront a specific threat.

Type
Film
Year
2007
Status
Released
Runtime
115 minutes
Release date
Nov 5, 2007
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Shangri-La Entertainment, ImageMovers
Budget
$160,000,000
Revenue
$195,735,876
Genres
Adventure, Action, Animation
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Overview

Beowulf is a film centered on a 6th-century Scandinavian warrior. The story follows this protagonist as he embarks on a mission to confront a specific threat. The narrative focuses on his journey to slay a man-like ogre named Grendel. This production portrays the classic struggle between the warrior and the creature. By focusing on this specific task, the film explores the events surrounding the encounter between the two figures. The plot remains centered on the warrior's objective to eliminate the ogre, which serves as the primary conflict within the 6th-century Scandinavian setting. The film provides a depiction of this legendary mission, detailing the warrior's efforts to defeat the opponent terrorizing the region. Throughout the film, the audience follows the progression of this mission as the warrior attempts to complete his goal of slaying Grendel. The story is defined by this central confrontation and the pursuit of the ogre as the warrior navigates his task in the 6th-century environment.

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Should you watch it?

“A heroic warrior battles a terrifying ogre in a mythic adventure.”

Reasons to watch
  • Stunning motion-capture animation
  • Epic battle sequences
  • Star‑studded voice cast
Keep in mind
  • Violent combat may be intense for younger viewers
  • Runtime approaches two hours

Watch it if you enjoy visually striking mythic action with a strong voice cast.

The film contains intense combat and mature themes, making it suitable for teens and adults.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the basic storyline?

Beowulf, a 6th‑century Scandinavian warrior, sets out to defeat the monster Grendel.

Who directed the movie?

The film was directed by Robert Zemeckis.

What rating does the film have?

It received a PG‑13 rating.

How long is the movie?

The runtime is about 1 hour 55 minutes.

Which actors provide the voices?

The voice cast includes Ray Winstone, Crispin Glover, Angelina Jolie, and Robin Wright.