Where the Wild Things Are
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- Fantasy
Max imagines running away from his mom and sailing to a far-off land where large talking beasts—Ira, Carol, Douglas, the Bull, Judith and Alexander—crown him as their king, play rumpus, build forts and discover secret hideaways.
Where the Wild Things Are is a 2009 fantasy-adventure film that brings Maurice Sendak's beloved children's book to life. The movie follows young Max as he sails to an imaginary island inhabited by playful, talking creatures who crown him their king. Already released, it's a visually imaginative adaptation that blends live-action and creature design for family audiences.
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Max RecordsMax
Catherine KeenerMom
James GandolfiniCarol (voice)
Lauren AmbroseKW (voice)
Catherine O'HaraJudith (voice)
Forest WhitakerIra (voice)
Chris CooperDouglas (voice)
Paul DanoAlexander (voice)- Pepita EmmerichsClaire
Mark RuffaloThe Boyfriend- Max PfeiferClaire's Friend
- Madeleine GreavesClaire's Friend
- Joshua JayClaire's Friend
Ryan CorrClaire's Friend
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Where the Wild Things Are — frequently asked
When was Where the Wild Things Are released?
The film released theatrically on October 16, 2009.
Is this based on a book?
Yes, it's an adaptation of Maurice Sendak's classic 1963 children's picture book of the same name.
What happens in the movie?
Max imagines running away from home and sailing to a distant land where he encounters six large talking creatures—Ira, Carol, Douglas, the Bull, Judith, and Alexander—who make him their king and invite him to play, build forts, and explore.
Where can I watch it?
Since the film was released in 2009, it's available on various streaming platforms and for purchase on digital retailers; availability varies by region and service.
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