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ParaNorman 2012

“It's all fun and games until someone raises the dead.”

Status
Released
Runtime
93 minutes
Director
Sam Fell, Chris Butler
Network
LAIKA
Where to Stream
ITVX, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store
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★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 2,819 votes PG FamilyAnimationAdventureComedy Released
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What is ParaNorman?

"ParaNorman" is a stop-motion animated film. The story takes place in the town of Blithe Hollow, where the main character, Norman Babcock, possesses a unique ability.

Type
Film
Year
2012
Status
Released
Runtime
93 minutes
Release date
Aug 3, 2012
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
LAIKA
Budget
$60,000,000
Revenue
$107,307,220
Genres
Family, Animation, Adventure, Comedy
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 2,819 votes
Episode runtime
~93 minutes
Status
Released
Network
LAIKA
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Overview

"ParaNorman" is a stop-motion animated film. The story takes place in the town of Blithe Hollow, where the main character, Norman Babcock, possesses a unique ability. Norman's ability is not widely accepted by the people in his town, except for one eccentric individual who becomes his friend. Norman's new friend is informed by Norman's uncle about a ritual that Norman must perform to protect the town. This ritual is connected to a witch who cast a curse in the past. The curse was cast centuries ago.

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Should you watch it?

“A misunderstood boy who speaks to the dead must protect his town from an ancient curse.”

Reasons to watch
  • features unique animation
  • combines comedy and adventure
Keep in mind
  • involves raising the dead
  • features a town curse

Watch it if you enjoy animated family adventures with supernatural elements.

The film contains supernatural themes involving ghosts and a curse.

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What is the release year of the film?

The film was released in 2012.

Where does the story take place?

The story takes place in the town of Blithe Hollow.

What unique ability does the main character have?

Norman Babcock can speak to the dead.

What threatens the town in the film?

The town is threatened by a curse cast by a witch centuries ago.

Who tells Norman about the ritual?

Norman's eccentric uncle tells him about the ritual.

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