The Gruffalo

2011 • 28 minutes

About this movie

This enchanting film tells the story of a mouse who goes in search of a nut. Along the way, he is confronted by three hungry animals who think that the mouse looks good to eat. Forced to rely on his wits for survival, Mouse invents an imaginary monster to share them away, but what happens when he comes face to face with his own creation? The Gruffalo is based on the bestselling children's book, written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Featuring the voices of Helena Bonham Carter, Roby Brydon, Robbie Coltrane, James Cordon, John Hurt and Tom Wilkinson.

Ratings and reviews

Julia Donaldson's book is a modern classic, and this is a fittingly spectacular realization on film. They've stuck religiously to the story, it has a stellar cast, gorgeous animation, lots of nice quirky touches. The thing that really ties it together, though, is Rene Aubry's wonderful heartwarming score.

I love, love, LOVE this story. And so does my 5 year old son. We're also big fans if the gruffalo's child and room on the broom! Excellent stories. So classic ♥

Its the movie about the book the Gruffalo and my son just loves it