Song of the Sea (2014)
Song of the Sea is a 2014 family movie directed by Tomm Moore, with a running time of 1h 34m. It stars David Rawle, Brendan Gleeson and Lisa Hannigan.
The story of the last Seal Child’s journey home. After their mother’s disappearance, Ben and Saoirse are sent to live with Granny in the city. When they resolve to return to their home by the sea, their journey becomes a race against time as they are drawn into a world Ben knows only from his mother’s folktales. But this is no bedtime story; these fairy folk have been in our world far too long. It soon becomes clear to Ben that Saoirse is the key to their survival.
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What is Song of the Sea about?
The story of the last Seal Child’s journey home. After their mother’s disappearance, Ben and Saoirse are sent to live with Granny in the city. When they resolve to return to their home by the sea, their journey becomes a race against time as they are drawn into a world Ben knows only from his mother’s folktales. But this is no bedtime story; these fairy folk have been in our world far too long. It soon becomes clear to Ben that Saoirse is the key to their survival.
When was Song of the Sea released?
Song of the Sea was released on 23 June 2014.
How long is Song of the Sea?
Song of the Sea runs 1h 34m.
Who made Song of the Sea?
Song of the Sea was directed by Tomm Moore.
Where can I watch Song of the Sea?
Song of the Sea is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Song of the Sea
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
- David Rawle as Ben (voice)
- Brendan Gleeson as Conor / Mac Lir (voice)
- Lisa Hannigan as Bronach (voice)
- Fionnula Flanagan as Granny / Macha (voice)
- Lucy O'Connell as Saoirse (voice)
- Jon Kenny as Ferry Dan / The Great Seanachaí (voice)
- Pat Shortt as Lug (voice)
- Colm Ó'Snodaigh as Mossy (voice)
- Liam Hourican as Spud / Bus Driver (voice)
- Kevin Swierszcz as Young Ben (voice)
- Will Collins as Additional Voices (voice)
- Paul Young as Additional Voices (voice)
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