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The Iron Giant

"It came from outer space!"

August 6, 1999 1h 26m 8.0/10 (6,004 votes)

Originally released in 1999. The Iron Giant is a animation/science fiction film. directed by Brad Bird. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jennifer Aniston, Harry Connick Jr., and Vin Diesel

Synopsis

In the small town of Rockwell, Maine in October 1957, a giant metal machine befriends a nine-year-old boy and ultimately finds its humanity by unselfishly saving people from their own fears and prejudices.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 6, 1999 26 years ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
User Rating 8.0/10 Great (6,004 votes)
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Budget $50M Production budget
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Box Office $23.3M 0.5x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$50,000,000
Revenue
$23,300,000

Production Companies

  • Warner Bros. Feature Animation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Iron Giant about?

In the small town of Rockwell, Maine in October 1957, a giant metal machine befriends a nine-year-old boy and ultimately finds its humanity by unselfishly saving people from their own fears and pre...

Who directed The Iron Giant?

The Iron Giant was directed by Brad Bird.

How long is The Iron Giant?

The Iron Giant has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was The Iron Giant released?

The Iron Giant was released on August 6, 1999 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Iron Giant?

The main cast of The Iron Giant includes Jennifer Aniston, Harry Connick Jr., Vin Diesel, James Gammon, Cloris Leachman.

Is The Iron Giant worth watching?

The Iron Giant has a user rating of 8.0/10 based on 6,004 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.