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The Secret Garden (1993)

“The timeless tale of a special place where magic, hope and love grow.”

7.4/10 · 1,014 votes 1h 41m g FantasyDramaFamily

#27 of 97 films from 1993 #222 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Agnieszka Holland · Written by Caroline Thompson, Frances Hodgson Burnett

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Overview

A young British girl born and reared in India loses her neglectful parents in an earthquake. She is returned to England to live at her uncle's castle. Her uncle is very distant due to the loss of his wife ten years before. Neglected once again, she begins exploring the estate and discovers a garden that has been locked and forgotten. Aided by one of the servants' boys, she begins restoring the garden, and eventually discovers some other secrets of the manor.

Cast

Kate Maberlyas Mary Lennox
Heydon Prowseas Colin Craven
Andrew Knottas Dickon
Maggie Smithas Mrs. Medlock
Irène Jacobas Mary's Mother / Lilias Craven
Laura Crossleyas Martha
John Lynchas Lord Archibald Craven
Walter Sparrowas Ben Weatherstaff
Valerie Hillas Cook
Andrea Pickeringas Betty Butterworth
Peter Moretonas Will
Arthur Spreckleyas John
Colin Bruceas Major Lennox
Parsan Singhas Ayah

Facts

Release dateAugust 13, 1993
Runtime101 min (1h 41m) — about the same as the 1993 average of 109 min
GenresFantasy, Drama, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$18,000,000
Box office$40,000,000 (2.2× budget)
IMDbtt0108071

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Questions

How long is The Secret Garden?
The Secret Garden runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Is The Secret Garden worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 1,014 votes, which places it #27 of 97 films released in 1993 in this index (top 73%) and #222 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed The Secret Garden?
The Secret Garden was directed by Agnieszka Holland. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Total Eclipse (1995).
Who stars in The Secret Garden?
Kate Maberly as Mary Lennox; Heydon Prowse as Colin Craven; Andrew Knott as Dickon; Maggie Smith as Mrs. Medlock; Irène Jacob as Mary's Mother / Lilias Craven; Laura Crossley as Martha.
What is The Secret Garden rated?
It carries a g certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Secret Garden?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/43781.

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