The Borrowers
2011, English. Directed by Tom Harper.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 25 December 2011
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Ben Vanstone
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What The Borrowers is based on
The Borrowers is based on The Borrowers, a 1952 children's novel by Mary Norton.
Children's novel · 1952
The Borrowers
By Mary Norton
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The Borrowers: quick answers
Is The Borrowers worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 62 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Borrowers?
The Borrowers runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Borrowers have a post-credits scene?
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The Borrowers parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Borrowers yet.
Which OTT platform is The Borrowers on?
The Borrowers isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 25 December 2011. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Borrowers?
If you liked The Borrowers, try Hey Arnold! The Jungle Movie, Casper Meets Wendy, Under Wraps 2.
Who directed The Borrowers?
The Borrowers (2011) was directed by Tom Harper and stars Christopher Eccleston, Stephen Fry, Sharon Horgan.
What is The Borrowers based on?
The Borrowers is based on The Borrowers, a 1952 children's novel by Mary Norton.