---
title: "Jack and the Beanstalk"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/jack-and-the-beanstalk-2009"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 36550
imdb_id: "tt1079968"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 5.2
vote_count: 86
content_rating: "G"
---

# Jack and the Beanstalk (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/jack-and-the-beanstalk-2009

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Jack and the Beanstalk is a 2009 American fantasy adventure comedy film directed by Gary J. Tunnicliffe, based on the classic fairy tale of the same name. The film stars an ensemble cast that includes Colin Ford, Gilbert Gottfried, Christopher Lloyd, Chloe Grace Moretz, Wallace Shawn, Katey Sagal, and James Karen. 

In the story, a fairy tale character named Jack is about to flunk out of fairy tale school. He must perform a heroic deed by Monday or fail miserably, just like his father before him. Anxious to make good, Jack sells his Computer of Wonder for a handful of magic beans and a mysterious book that records his adventures as he is having them. Accompanied by his sidekick Grayson, a goose who ate a bean and underwent an amazing transformation, Jack climbs the magic beanstalk. His goal is to recover the fabled Harp of Destiny from the evil giant who lives in the sky. He is helped on his perilous quest by the spunky Jill.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Dove Amazon Channel, Cineverse Amazon Channel | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, YouTube Free, Amazon MX Player | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Gary J. Tunnicliffe

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Chevy Chase** as *Antipode*
- **Madison Davenport** as *Destiny / The Harp*
- **Emily Rose Everhard** as *Red Riding Hood*
- **Colin Ford** as *Jack*
- **Gilbert Gottfried** as *Grayson*
- **Sammi Hanratty** as *Gretel*
- **James Karen** as *Saddius*
- **Hal B. Klein** as *Officer Where*
- **Christopher Lloyd** as *Headmaster*
- **David Mattey** as *The Giant*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Jack and the Beanstalk online?
Jack and the Beanstalk is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Dove Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Jack and the Beanstalk worth watching?
Jack and the Beanstalk holds a community rating of 5.2/10 based on 86 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Adventure, Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Jack and the Beanstalk and when was it released?
Jack and the Beanstalk is a feature film with a runtime of 94 minutes. It was released in 2009. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Jack and the Beanstalk?
Jack and the Beanstalk was directed by Gary J. Tunnicliffe.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Jack and the Beanstalk — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/36550)
- [Jack and the Beanstalk (2009 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_and_the_Beanstalk_(2009_film))
- [Jack and the Beanstalk (2009) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1079968/fullcredits/)
- [Jack and the Beanstalk](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/)
- [Jack and the Beanstalk (2009) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/36550-jack-and-the-beanstalk/cast)
- [Jack and the Beanstalk (2009) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/jack-and-the-beanstalk-2009/credits)

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