The Witches movie poster

The Witches

"Saving the world from witches is a tall order for a boy they've turned into a mouse!"

May 25, 1990 1h 31m 6.9/10 (1,339 votes)

Originally released in 1990. The Witches is a fantasy/family film. directed by Nicolas Roeg.

Starring Jasen Fisher, Mai Zetterling, and Anjelica Huston

Synopsis

A young boy named Luke and his grandmother go on vacation only to discover their hotel is hosting an international witch convention, where the Grand High Witch is unveiling her master plan to turn all children into mice. Will Luke fall victim to the witches' plot before he can stop them?

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 25, 1990 35 years ago
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Runtime 1h 31m 91 minutes total
User Rating 6.9/10 Good (1,339 votes)
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Budget $11M Production budget
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Box Office $15.4M 1.4x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$11,000,000
Revenue
$15,400,000

Production Companies

  • Lorimar Film Entertainment
  • Jim Henson Productions
  • Warner Bros. Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Witches about?

A young boy named Luke and his grandmother go on vacation only to discover their hotel is hosting an international witch convention, where the Grand High Witch is unveiling her master plan to turn ...

Who directed The Witches?

The Witches was directed by Nicolas Roeg.

How long is The Witches?

The Witches has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).

When was The Witches released?

The Witches was released on May 25, 1990 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Witches?

The main cast of The Witches includes Jasen Fisher, Mai Zetterling, Anjelica Huston, Charlie Potter, Rowan Atkinson.

Is The Witches worth watching?

The Witches has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 1,339 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.