Roald Dahl's Esio Trot
2015, English. Directed by Dearbhla Walsh.
A retired bachelor has a thing for his neighbor who only shows affection to her pet tortoise.
Retired bachelor Mr Hoppy is hopelessly in love with his neighbour Mrs Silver, but she is only interested in her pet tortoise Alfie - until Mr Hoppy hatches an audacious plan.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 129 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Dearbhla WalshDirector
- James CordenNarrator
- Dustin HoffmanMr. Hoppy
- Judi DenchMrs. Silver
- Salo GardnerMr Mavrokoukoudopolous
- Lara RossiPuppy Boy Mother
- Jimmy AkingbolaKeen Petshop Keeper
- Katie LyonsPhilip's Mother
- Pixie DaviesRoberta
- Richard CorderyMr. Pringle
- Pik-Sen LimMrs. Wu
- Polly KempWoman Passenger
- Alexander BracqRollerblading Couple
Details
- Released
- 2 January 2015
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Richard Curtis, Paul Mayhew-Archer
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What Roald Dahl's Esio Trot is based on
Roald Dahl's Esio Trot is based on Esio Trot, a 1990 novel by Roald Dahl.
Novel · 1990
Esio Trot
By Roald Dahl
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Roald Dahl's Esio Trot: quick answers
Is Roald Dahl's Esio Trot worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 129 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Roald Dahl's Esio Trot?
Roald Dahl's Esio Trot runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
Does Roald Dahl's Esio Trot have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Roald Dahl's Esio Trot. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Roald Dahl's Esio Trot parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Roald Dahl's Esio Trot on?
Roald Dahl's Esio Trot isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Roald Dahl's Esio Trot?
If you liked Roald Dahl's Esio Trot, try The Perfect Find, The Incredible Jessica James, How to Be Single.
Who directed Roald Dahl's Esio Trot?
Roald Dahl's Esio Trot (2015) was directed by Dearbhla Walsh and stars James Corden, Dustin Hoffman, Judi Dench.
What is Roald Dahl's Esio Trot based on?
Roald Dahl's Esio Trot is based on Esio Trot, a 1990 novel by Roald Dahl.