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7.6/10Romance · Fantasy · Animation
Corpse Bride
“There's been a grave misunderstanding.”
- 2005
- 1h 17m
- PG
- EN
- Released
The story
What Corpse Bride is about
In a 19th-century European village, a young man about to be married is whisked away to the underworld and wed to a mysterious corpse bride, while his real bride waits bereft in the land of the living.
Corpse Bride is a romance, fantasy and animation film from 2005, directed by Mike Johnson. It runs 1h 17m and is rated PG in the US. It was produced by Tim Burton Productions, Patalex Productions and Warner Bros. Pictures, with production in United Kingdom, United States of America.
The main cast is led by Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Emily Watson, Tracey Ullman. The screenplay was written by Pamela Pettler, John August. Reported worldwide gross stands at $118.1M.
Why it matters: Corpse Bride currently holds 7.6/10 from 10622 TMDB user ratings and has taken $118.1M worldwide against a $40.0M budget. Figures move as more ratings and box-office updates arrive.
Editor’s note
Should you watch Corpse Bride?
Corpse Bride is best suited to a warm evening. At 1h 17m, it fits a single evening without a break. The draw is Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter, directed by Mike Johnson.
With 10,622 TMDB ratings averaging 7.6/10, this is one of the most widely seen titles in our library, so the score is a reliable signal.
TMDB tags the film with themes including skeleton, love triangle, cheating and wedding vows.
The US certification is PG: suitable for most viewers, with some parental guidance for younger children.
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Who is in it
Corpse Bride cast
Johnny DeppVictor Van Dort (voice)
Helena Bonham CarterCorpse Bride (voice)
Emily WatsonVictoria Everglot (voice)
Tracey UllmanNell Van Dort / Hildegarde (voice)
Paul WhitehouseWilliam Van Dort / Mayhew / Paul the Head Waiter (voice)
Joanna LumleyMaudeline Everglot (voice)
Albert FinneyFinis Everglot (voice)
Richard E. GrantBarkis Bittern (voice)
Christopher LeePastor Galswells (voice)
Michael GoughElder Gutknecht (voice)
Jane HorrocksBlack Widow Spider / Mrs. Plum (voice)
Enn ReitelMaggot / Town Crier (voice)Character names follow the film's credits. Open a name to see that person's other work on MovieState.
Behind the camera
Direction and crew
DirectorMike Johnson
WritersPamela Pettler, John August
ProducersTim Burton, Allison Abbate
MusicDanny Elfman
CinematographyPete Kozachik
EditingChris Lebenzon
Audience reaction
Ratings and reviews
7.6/1010622 ratings
Corpse Bride sits at 7.6 out of 10 from 10622 user ratings. For context, the film's worldwide gross is $118.1M.
Scores show TMDB user ratings at the time of publishing and shift as new votes arrive.
The facts
Corpse Bride key details
| Original title | Corpse Bride |
|---|---|
| Status | Released |
| Release date | September 16, 2005 |
| Runtime | 1h 17m |
| Certification | PG in United States, PG in United Kingdom |
| Original language | EN |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Country | United Kingdom, United States of America |
| Budget | $40.0M |
| Worldwide gross | $118.1M |
| Studios | Tim Burton Productions, Patalex Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures, LAIKA |
| Also known as | Tim Burton's Corpse Bride, Les noces funèbres de Tim Burton, La Mariée cadavérique |
Release information
Release dates by country
| Country | Date | Cert |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Sep 16, 2005 | PG |
| United Kingdom | Oct 13, 2005 | PG |
| Canada | Sep 10, 2005 | PG |
| Australia | Nov 17, 2005 | PG |
| Argentina | Oct 13, 2005 | ATP |
| Austria | Oct 15, 2005 | NR |
| Belgium | Oct 26, 2005 | 14 |
| Brazil | Sep 29, 2005 | L |
| Bulgaria | Nov 11, 2005 | NR |
| Chile | Oct 20, 2005 | NR |
Official trailer for Corpse Bride, via Park Circus. Open on YouTube
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
Who directed Corpse Bride?
Corpse Bride was directed by Mike Johnson.
Who is in the cast of Corpse Bride?
The main cast includes Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Emily Watson, Tracey Ullman, Paul Whitehouse.
How long is Corpse Bride?
Corpse Bride runs 1h 17m.
When was Corpse Bride released?
It was released in the United States on September 16, 2005. Release dates vary by country — see the table above.
What is Corpse Bride rated?
Certification depends on the country: PG in United States, PG in United Kingdom. Always check your local rating before watching with family.
Where can I watch Corpse Bride online?
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Can I watch Corpse Bride in HD or 4K?
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How much did Corpse Bride earn?
Reported worldwide gross is $118.1M against a budget of $40.0M. Box office figures update over time.
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At a glance: Corpse Bride runs 1h 17m, opened in US cinemas on September 16, 2005, has 44 licensed options across 5 regions tracked here.