Matilda (1996)

Matilda Wormwood is an exquisite and intelligent little girl. Unfortunately, her parents, Harry and Zinnia misunderstand her because they think she is so different. As time passes, she finally starts school and has a kind teacher, loyal friends, and a sadistic headmistress. As she gets fed up with the constant cruelty, she begins to realize that she has a gift of telekinetic powers. After some days of practice, she suddenly turns the tables to stand up to Harry and Zinnia and outwit the headmistress.

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Top billed cast

Mara WilsonMatilda Wormwood
Danny DeVitoHarry Wormwood / Narrator (voice)
Rhea PerlmanZinnia Wormwood
Embeth DavidtzMiss Honey
Pam FerrisAgatha Trunchbull
Paul ReubensFBI Agent
Tracey WalterFBI Agent
Jean Speegle HowardMiss Phelps
Brian LevinsonMichael Wormwood
Sara MagdalinFour-Year-Old Matilda

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