Roald Dahl's The Witches

Synopsis

Roald Dahl's The Witches is a fantasy film released in 2020, based on the classic children's novel by Roald Dahl. The story follows a young orphaned boy who discovers a secret coven of witches led by the Grand High Witch. With the help of his wise grandmother and some newfound friends, the boy embarks on a thrilling adventure to stop the witches' evil plan to turn all children into mice. Filled with magic, humor, and heartwarming moments, the film takes viewers on a magical journey of courage and friendship as they root for the young hero to outsmart the witches and save the day.

Cast

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  Anne Hathaway

  Grand High Witch

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  Octavia Spencer

  Grandma

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  Stanley Tucci

  Mr Stringer

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  Jahzir Bruno

  Hero Boy

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  Chris Rock

  Older Hero (voice)

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  Codie-Lei Eastick

  Bruno Jenkins

Reviews

Roald Dahl's The Witches received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film for its visual effects and Anne Hathaway's performance as the Grand High Witch, others criticized the changes made from the original story and the pacing of the plot. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 50% based on 168 reviews, with the consensus stating, 'Roald Dahl's The Witches' might stay afloat for younger viewers, but it's unlikely to cast a spell strong enough to enthrall older audiences.' IMDb rated it 5.4/10, with some users appreciating the film's production design and chemistry between the characters, while others found it lacking compared to the book. Metacritic scored the film 47/100, indicating mixed or average reviews with critics noting the film's darker tone compared to previous adaptations.