Maleficent (2014)
Maleficent is a 2014 fantasy movie directed by Robert Stromberg, with a running time of 1h 37m. It stars Angelina Jolie, Elle Fanning and Imelda Staunton.
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.
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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.
When was Maleficent released?
Maleficent was released on 28 May 2014.
How long is Maleficent?
Maleficent runs 1h 37m.
Who made Maleficent?
Maleficent was directed by Robert Stromberg.
Where can I watch Maleficent?
Maleficent is available on Disney Plus, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Maleficent
Stream: Disney Plus
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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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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