The BFG
2016, English. Directed by Steven Spielberg.
The world is more giant than you can imagine.
An orphan little girl befriends a benevolent giant who takes her to Giant Country, where they attempt to stop the man-eating giants that are invading the human world.
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 3,751 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The BFG
The BFG is streaming on Disney Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 1 June 2016
- Country
- India, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Melissa Mathison
- Budget
- $140M
- Box office
- $195M
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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 6.3/10 from 3,751 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The BFG?
The BFG runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).
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?
The BFG is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The BFG on?
The BFG is streaming on Disney Plus in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The BFG?
If you liked The BFG, try Pete's Dragon, Slumberland, Alice Through the Looking Glass.
Who directed The BFG?
The BFG (2016) was directed by Steven Spielberg and stars Mark Rylance, Ruby Barnhill, Rebecca Hall.
What is The BFG based on?
The BFG is based on The BFG, a 1982 children's book by Roald Dahl.