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ParaNorman

2012·Movie·PG·93 min·7.0(2,785)

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

In the town of Blithe Hollow, Norman Babcock can speak to the dead, but no one other than his eccentric new friend believes his ability is real. One day, Norman's eccentric uncle tells him of a ritual he must perform to protect the town from a curse cast by a witch centuries ago.

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Where to watch ParaNorman in United States

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United StatesAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home
IndiaGoogle Play Movies, YouTube
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AustraliaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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SpainApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video
BrazilUniversal+ Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Google Play Movies
JapanAmazon Video, Google Play Movies

About ParaNorman

ParaNorman is a 2012 English-language family, animation and adventure film directed by Sam Fell and Chris Butler. The cast is led by Kodi Smit-McPhee, Tucker Albrizzi, Anna Kendrick. It has a runtime of 1h 33m. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 across 2800 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

ParaNorman was produced by LAIKA and made in United States of America. It was released on August 3, 2012, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $60 million, it went on to gross $107 million worldwide.

Director
Sam Fell, Chris Butler
Writers
Chris Butler
Release date
August 3, 2012
Original language
English
Age rating
PG
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$60 million
Box office
$107 million
Production
LAIKA
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ParaNorman cast & crew

ParaNorman was directed by Sam Fell and Chris Butler and written by Chris Butler.

The cast features Kodi Smit-McPhee as Norman Babcock (voice), Tucker Albrizzi as Neil Downe (voice), Anna Kendrick as Courtney Babcock (voice), Casey Affleck as Mitch Downe (voice), Christopher Mintz-Plasse as Alvin (voice), and Leslie Mann as Sandra Babcock (voice).

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jon Brion, cinematography is by Tristan Oliver, and it was produced by Travis Knight and Arianne Sutner.

Is ParaNorman worth watching?

ParaNorman holds an audience score of 7.0/10 from 2,785 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed family films.

At 1h 33m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy family, animation, and adventure, ParaNorman is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch ParaNorman

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Cast of ParaNorman

Kodi Smit-McPhee

Kodi Smit-McPhee

Norman Babcock (voice)

Tucker Albrizzi

Tucker Albrizzi

Neil Downe (voice)

Anna Kendrick

Anna Kendrick

Courtney Babcock (voice)

Casey Affleck

Casey Affleck

Mitch Downe (voice)

Christopher Mintz-Plasse

Christopher Mintz-Plasse

Alvin (voice)

Leslie Mann

Leslie Mann

Sandra Babcock (voice)

Jeff Garlin

Jeff Garlin

Perry Babcock (voice)

Elaine Stritch

Elaine Stritch

Grandma Babcock (voice)

Bernard Hill

Bernard Hill

Judge Hopkins (voice)

Jodelle Ferland

Jodelle Ferland

Aggie Prenderghast (voice)

Tempestt Bledsoe

Tempestt Bledsoe

Sheriff Hooper (voice)

Alex Borstein

Alex Borstein

Mrs. Henscher (voice)

ParaNorman — FAQs

Where can I watch ParaNorman in United States?

ParaNorman is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.

What language is ParaNorman in?

ParaNorman is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is ParaNorman?

ParaNorman runs 1 hours 33 minutes (93 minutes).

What is ParaNorman rated?

ParaNorman is rated PG. It holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 2,785 ratings.

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