The read
It runs a compact 1h 28m.
Synopsis
This is an animated story covering the ancient legend of Beowulf, as narrated by Grendel himself, the "monster" in the legend. Aimed more at adults than children, this version holds some interesting twists on the traditional tale, and is based on a novel by American critic and academic John Gardner.
Ratings
IMDb6.7/10
9 audience votes
Key crew
- Alexander StittDirector
- Alexander StittScreenplay
- Bruce SmeatonOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Peter UstinovGrendel (voice)
- Keith MichellThe Shaper (voice)
- Arthur DignamThe Dragon / Beowulf (voice)
- Ed RosserKing Hrothgar (voice)
- Alison BirdWealhtheow, Hrothgar's wife (voice)
- Bobby BrightCast
- Ric StoneUnferth (voice)
- Ernie BourneCast
- Rho SchepisiCast
- Colin McEwanCast
- Barry HillCast
- Peter AanensenCast