
Maleficent(2014)
“Don't believe the fairy tale.”
Overview
A beautiful, pure-hearted young woman, Maleficent has an idyllic life growing up in a peaceable forest kingdom, until one day when an invading army threatens the harmony of the land. She rises to be the land's fiercest protector, but she ultimately suffers a ruthless betrayal – an act that begins to turn her heart into stone. Bent on revenge, Maleficent faces an epic battle with the invading King's successor and, as a result, places a curse upon his newborn infant Aurora. As the child grows, Maleficent realizes that Aurora holds the key to peace in the kingdom – and to Maleficent's true happiness as well.
Director
Robert Stromberg
Studio
Walt Disney Pictures
Budget
$180M
Revenue
$759M
Cast

Angelina Jolie
as Maleficent

Elle Fanning
as Princess Aurora

Imelda Staunton
as Knotgrass

Sharlto Copley
as Stefan

Lesley Manville
as Flittle

Juno Temple
as Thistletwit

Sam Riley
as Diaval

Brenton Thwaites
as Prince Phillip

Kenneth Cranham
as King Henry

Sarah Flind
as Princess Leila's Handmaiden
Michael Higgins
as Young Stefan

Isobelle Molloy
as Young Maleficent
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2014
Runtime
1h 37m
Language
English
Rating
7.1 / 10
Budget
$180M
Box Office
$759M
Production Companies
Walt Disney Pictures • Roth Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Maleficent?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Maleficent (2014).
What is Maleficent about?▼
A beautiful, pure-hearted young woman, Maleficent has an idyllic life growing up in a peaceable forest kingdom, until one day when an invading army threatens the harmony of the land. She rises to be the land's fiercest protector, but she ultimately suffers a ruthless betrayal – an act that begins to turn her heart into stone. Bent on revenge, Maleficent faces an epic battle with the invading King's successor and, as a result, places a curse upon his newborn infant Aurora. As the child grows, Maleficent realizes that Aurora holds the key to peace in the kingdom – and to Maleficent's true happiness as well.
Who directed Maleficent?▼
Maleficent was directed by Robert Stromberg and released in 2014. It is a fantasy, adventure, action, family, romance film.
How long is Maleficent?▼
Maleficent has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
Who stars in Maleficent?▼
The cast of Maleficent includes Angelina Jolie as Maleficent, Elle Fanning as Princess Aurora, Imelda Staunton as Knotgrass, Sharlto Copley as Stefan, Lesley Manville as Flittle and more.
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