Elf
"This holiday, discover your inner elf."
Originally released in 2003. Elf is a comedy/family film. directed by Jon Favreau.
Starring Will Ferrell, James Caan, and Bob Newhart
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 7, 2003
22 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (4,421 votes)
Budget
$32M
Production budget
Box Office
$228.5M
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Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $32,000,000
- Revenue
- $228,500,000
Production Companies
- New Line Cinema
- Guy Walks into a Bar Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elf about?
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 s...
Who directed Elf?
Elf was directed by Jon Favreau.
How long is Elf?
Elf has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Elf released?
Elf was released on November 7, 2003 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Elf?
The main cast of Elf includes Will Ferrell, James Caan, Bob Newhart, Ed Asner, Mary Steenburgen.
Is Elf worth watching?
Elf has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 4,421 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.