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14 February 2008 (USA) moreTagline:
Their World Is Closer Than You Think morePlot:
Upon moving into the run-down Spiderwick Estate with their mother, twin brothers Jared and Simon Grace, along with their sister Mallory, find themselves pulled into an alternate world full of faeries and other creatures. full summary | full synopsisNewsDesk:
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Their World Is Closer Than You Think moreUS Showtimes:
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(Cast overview, first billed only) | Freddie Highmore | ... | Jared Grace / Simon Grace |
 | Mary-Louise Parker | ... | Helen Grace |
 | Nick Nolte | ... | Mulgarath |
 | Sarah Bolger | ... | Mallory Grace |
 | Andrew McCarthy | ... | Richard Grace |
| Joan Plowright | ... | Aunt Lucinda Spiderwick |
 | David Strathairn | ... | Arthur Spiderwick |
 | Seth Rogen | ... | Hogsqueal (voice) |
 | Martin Short | ... | Thimbletack (voice) |
 | Jordy Benattar | ... | Young Lucinda |
 | Tod Fennell | ... | Helen's Co-Worker |
| Mariah Inger | ... | Nurse |
| Jeremy Lavalley | ... | Tow Truck Driver |
| Lise Durocher-Viens | ... | Mrs. Spiderwick |
 | Tyler Patrick Jones | ... | Additional Performer |
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Rated PG for scary creature action and violence, peril and some thematic elements.Parents Guide:
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107 min (unrated version) | USA:97 minCountry:
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2.35 : 1 moreCertification:
Sweden:11 | Norway:11 | Netherlands:6 | Australia:PG | Singapore:PG | South Korea:All | Ireland:PG | Finland:K-11 | Switzerland:10 (canton of Geneva) | Switzerland:10 (canton of Vaud) | South Africa:10M | Canada:G (Manitoba/Quebec) | Canada:PG (Alberta/British Columbia/Ontario) | UK:PG | Philippines:G (MTRCB) | USA:PG (certificate #43900) | Malaysia:U | Portugal:M/12 | Argentina:Atp | Germany:6 | Peru:PT | New Zealand:PG | Germany:12 (DVD rating)Filming Locations:
Montréal, Québec, CanadaMOVIEmeter: 
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Film prints were shipped to some theaters under the fake title -- "Widow". moreGoofs:
Revealing mistakes: When Mallory and Jared are fighting at the beginning, Jared can be clearly seen to mouth Mallory's words. moreQuotes:
Aunt Lucinda Spiderwick: [showing scars on forearm] If they say 'suicide' and you say 'goblins', this place is where they put you. moreFAQ
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Upon moving into the run-down Spiderwick Estate with their mother, twin brothers Jared and Simon Grace, along with their sister Mallory, find themselves pulled into an alternate world full of faeries and other creatures.
I've made up a theory: People who have read books that are turned into movies will be more harsh to judge the films unlike people who see movies without reading the book. I think this theory is right. I was disappointed by Harry Potter 5 at first, but watching it now for a year later and nearly forgetting about the book, I found it the best in the series.
The same might as well go with this film. I was disappointed. If you don't know, this film is based on 5 books. However, the movie ignores the 4th book, which is probably because of budget issues and/or limited running time. Still, I can't help but complain. There could've been more creative production designs to see, more action, and more magical creatures.
Apart from that, I felt that the film was well put together, especially the fact that they skipped a lot in the books. The special effects are very good, as well as the action scenes. I also may feel this film pushed the PG rating. It certainly is not as intense as Harry Potter 3 but there might be about 2 to 3 scenes that could make this film a PG-13 rating.
The performances here are decent, although not captivating. The film may be a bit fast paced, if you asked me. Overall, this is a decent adaption to another fantasy book. If you have read the books, you might be disappointed. If you have not, enjoy it.