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Edward Scissorhands (1990)

โ€œInnocence is what he knows. Beauty is what she sees.โ€

7.7/10 ยท 14,073 votes 1h 45m pg-13 FantasyRomanceDrama

#6 of 69 films from 1990 #105 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Tim Burton ยท Written by Tim Burton, Caroline Thompson

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Overview

A small suburban town receives a visit from a castaway unfinished science experiment named Edward.

Cast

Johnny Deppas Edward Scissorhands
Winona Ryderas Kim
Dianne Wiestas Peg
Alan Arkinas Bill
Anthony Michael Hallas Jim
Vincent Priceas The Inventor
Kathy Bakeras Joyce
Robert Oliverias Kevin
Conchata Ferrellas Helen
Caroline Aaronas Marge
Dick Anthony Williamsas Officer Allen
O-Lan Jonesas Esmeralda
Susan Blommaertas Tinka
Linda Perrias Cissy

Facts

Release dateDecember 7, 1990
Runtime105 min (1h 45m) โ€” about the same as the 1990 average of 104 min
GenresFantasy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$20,000,000
Box office$86,024,005 (4.3ร— budget)
IMDbtt0099487

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Questions

How long is Edward Scissorhands?
Edward Scissorhands runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Is Edward Scissorhands worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.7/10 across 14,073 votes, which places it #6 of 69 films released in 1990 in this index (top 93%) and #105 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed Edward Scissorhands?
Edward Scissorhands was directed by Tim Burton. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Vincent (1982), Big Fish (2003), Corpse Bride (2005).
Who stars in Edward Scissorhands?
Johnny Depp as Edward Scissorhands; Winona Ryder as Kim; Dianne Wiest as Peg; Alan Arkin as Bill; Anthony Michael Hall as Jim; Vincent Price as The Inventor.
What is Edward Scissorhands rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Edward Scissorhands?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/15737.

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