The BFG
1990, English. Directed by Brian Cosgrove.
Sophie is snatched from her orphanage early one morning by the BFG (Big Friendly Giant), whom she witnesses engaged in mysterious activities. She is soon put at ease, as she learns that BFG's job is to collect, catalog and deliver pleasant dreams to children. She joins him that night, but a mean giants follow them, planning to eat the children of the world.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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The BFG is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Brian CosgroveDirector
- David JasonThe BFG (voice)
- Amanda RootSophie (voice)
- Angela ThorneElizabeth II (voice)
- Ballard BerkeleyHead of the Army (voice)
- Michael KnowlesHead of the Air Force
- Don HendersonBloodbottler / Fleshlumpeater / Sergeant (voice)
- Mollie SugdenMary (voice)
- Frank ThorntonMr. Tibbs (voice)
- Myfanwy TalogMrs. Clonkers (voice)
- Jimmy HibbertAdditional voices
- Sharon CampbellThe Balladeer (voice)
Details
- Released
- 25 December 1990
- Country
- United Kingdom
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What The BFG is based on
The BFG is based on The BFG, a 1982 children's book by Roald Dahl.
Children's book · 1982
The BFG
By Roald Dahl
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The BFG: quick answers
Is The BFG worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 178 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The BFG?
The BFG runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
Does The BFG have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The BFG. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The BFG parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The BFG yet.
Which OTT platform is The BFG on?
The BFG is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like The BFG?
If you liked The BFG, try The Hobbit, Dragon Rider, Sofia the First: Once Upon a Princess.
Who directed The BFG?
The BFG (1990) was directed by Brian Cosgrove and stars David Jason, Amanda Root, Angela Thorne.
What is The BFG based on?
The BFG is based on The BFG, a 1982 children's book by Roald Dahl.