The Borrowers
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Family adventure based on Mary Norton's classic children's books about a race of tiny people who live under the floorboards, resourcefully surviving by borrowing bits and pieces from the large residents who dwell above. After being discovered by 'human beans', borrower Arrietty and her parents are forced to leave their home while attempting to evade the clutches of obsessive scientist Professor Mildeye.
The Borrowers is a 2011 family adventure TV movie based on Mary Norton's beloved children's books, following tiny borrower Arrietty and her parents as they're forced to flee their home beneath the floorboards after being discovered by humans. The film brings the classic tale of resourceful miniature people to life with a mix of fantasy, comedy, and adventure. It premiered on Christmas Day 2011 and is now available to watch.
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Christopher EcclestonPod Clock
Stephen FryProfessor Mildeye
Sharon HorganHomily Clock
Aisling LoftusArrietty Clock
Robert SheehanSpiller
Victoria WoodGranny Driver
Shaun DooleyJosh Charles
Charlie HiscockJames- Anne HirschJenny
Warona SeaneDean Karen Richards
Francis ChoulerSpiller's Mate
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When did The Borrowers movie come out?
The Borrowers premiered on December 25, 2011 as a TV movie.
Is The Borrowers based on a book?
Yes, it's based on Mary Norton's classic children's book series about a family of tiny people who live secretly under the floorboards and survive by borrowing items from the humans above them.
What is The Borrowers about?
The story follows borrower Arrietty and her parents after they're discovered by humans and must escape their home while being pursued by obsessive scientist Professor Mildeye. The film combines family adventure, comedy, and fantasy elements.
What kind of movie is The Borrowers?
It's a family-friendly TV movie that blends adventure, comedy, and fantasy genres, making it suitable for children and fans of classic literature adaptations.
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