Little Monsters.

Name: Little Monsters
Genre: Fantasy, Comedy, Adventure
Released: 1989-08-25
Duration: 101 min
Cast: Fred Savage, Howie Mandel, Daniel Stern, Margaret Whitton, Rick Ducommun

There is a whole world under the bed.

Brian discovers that a mischievous monster visits his room at night. Their friendship opens a doorway into an underground world of pranks, but the freedom comes with darker rules and a dangerous ruler.

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Why it’s a little special

A noisy 1980s fantasy for families who enjoy creature effects and a spooky adventure with sharp edges.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

Frightening monsters, bullying, kidnapping, family conflict, crude humor, and unusually mean pranks.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Richard Alan Greenberg
Starring: Fred Savage, Howie Mandel, Daniel Stern, Margaret Whitton, Rick Ducommun, Frank Whaley, Ben Savage, William Murray Weiss, Devin Ratray, Amber Barretto
Written by: Terry Rossio, Ted Elliott
Produced by: John Davis, Jeffrey Mueller, Andrew Licht, Dori Berinstein, Mitchell Cannold
Release date: August 25, 1989
Runtime: 101 minutes
Genre: Fantasy, Comedy, Adventure
Studio: Lionsgate
Language: English

LIGHTS DOWN. SNACKS READY.

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