

Information
Release DateAugust 1, 1981
Runtime1h 28m
StatusReleased
Budget$650K
ProductionVictorian Film, Hoyts Distribution + 2 more
LanguagesEnglish
4.3
6 votesPopularity1
Synopsis
This is an animated story covering the ancient legend of Beowulf, as narrated by Grendel himself, the "monster" in the legend. Aimed more at adults than children, this version holds some interesting twists on the traditional tale, and is based on a novel by American critic and academic John Gardner.
Cast & Crew
Director
Alexander Stitt
Featured Cast

Peter Ustinov
Grendel (voice)

Keith Michell
The Shaper (voice)

Arthur Dignam
The Dragon / Beowulf (voice)
Ed Rosser
King Hrothgar (voice)
Alison Bird
Wealhtheow, Hrothgar's wife (voice)