MTDb โบ Best of โบ 2003 โบ Elf
Elf (2003)
โถ Trailer, images & where to streamOverview
When young Buddy falls into Santa's gift sack on Christmas Eve, he's transported back to the North Pole and raised as a toy-making elf by Santa's helpers. But as he grows into adulthood, he can't shake the nagging feeling that he doesn't belong. Buddy vows to visit Manhattan and find his real dad, a workaholic.
Cast
Will Ferrellas Buddy
James Caanas Walter
Bob Newhartas Papa Elf
Ed Asneras Santa
Mary Steenburgenas Emily
Zooey Deschanelas Jovie
Daniel Tayas Michael
Faizon Loveas Gimbels Manager
Peter Dinklageas Miles Finch
Amy Sedarisas Deb
Michael Lerneras Fulton
Andy Richteras Morris
Kyle Gassas Eugene
Artie Langeas Gimbels Santa
Facts
| Release date | November 7, 2003 |
| Runtime | 97 min (1h 37m) โ shorter as the 2003 average of 107 min |
| Genres | Comedy, Fantasy, Family |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $32,000,000 |
| Box office | $228,500,000 (7.1ร budget) |
| IMDb | tt0319343 |
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Questions
How long is Elf?
Elf runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Is Elf worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 4,692 votes, which places it #65 of 156 films released in 2003 in this index (top 59%) and #1195 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Elf?
Elf was directed by Jon Favreau. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Iron Man (2008), The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026), Chef (2014).
Who stars in Elf?
Will Ferrell as Buddy; James Caan as Walter; Bob Newhart as Papa Elf; Ed Asner as Santa; Mary Steenburgen as Emily; Zooey Deschanel as Jovie.
What is Elf rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Elf?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/2928.