The Book of Life(2014)
“Two worlds. One love.”
Overview
The journey of Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart. Before choosing which path to follow, he embarks on an incredible adventure that spans fantastical worlds where he must face his greatest fears.
Director
Jorge R. Gutierrez
Studio
Reel FX Creative Studios
Budget
$50M
Revenue
$97M
Cast
Diego Luna
as Manolo (voice)
Channing Tatum
as Joaquin (voice)
Zoe Saldaña
as Maria (voice)
Christina Applegate
as Mary Beth (voice)
Eugenio Derbez
as Chato (voice)
Cheech Marin
as Pancho Rodriguez (voice)
Gabriel Iglesias
as Pepe Rodriguez (voice)
Ron Perlman
as Xibalba (voice)
Kate del Castillo
as La Muerte (voice)
Ana de la Reguera
as Carmen Sánchez (voice)
Dan Navarro
as Chakal (voice)
Ice Cube
as Candle Maker (voice)
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2014
Runtime
1h 35m
Language
English
Rating
7.5 / 10
Budget
$50M
Box Office
$97M
Production Companies
Reel FX Creative Studios • 20th Century Fox Animation • Chatrone
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Book of Life?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Book of Life (2014).
What is The Book of Life about?▼
The journey of Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart. Before choosing which path to follow, he embarks on an incredible adventure that spans fantastical worlds where he must face his greatest fears.
Who directed The Book of Life?▼
The Book of Life was directed by Jorge R. Gutierrez and released in 2014. It is a animation, family, fantasy film.
How long is The Book of Life?▼
The Book of Life has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
Who stars in The Book of Life?▼
The cast of The Book of Life includes Diego Luna as Manolo (voice), Channing Tatum as Joaquin (voice), Zoe Saldaña as Maria (voice), Christina Applegate as Mary Beth (voice), Eugenio Derbez as Chato (voice) and more.
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