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Little Man Tate

Little Man Tate

It's not what he knows. It's what he understands.

Dede is a sole parent trying to bring up her son Fred. When it is discovered that Fred is a genius, she is determined to ensure that Fred has all the opportunities that he needs, and that he is not taken advantage of by people who forget that his extremely powerful intellect is harboured in the body and emotions of a child.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Little Man Tate
  • Genres: Drama, Family
  • Release Date: 1991-09-06
  • Runtime: 99 minutes
  • Rating: 6.6/10 (314 votes)
  • Budget: $10,000,000
  • Revenue: $25,010,896
  • Production Companies: Orion Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.7493
  • Languages: English, French, Hungarian

Cast & Crew

Jodie Foster

Jodie Foster

as Dede Tate

Dianne Wiest

Dianne Wiest

as Jane Grierson

Adam Hann-Byrd

Adam Hann-Byrd

as Fred Tate

Harry Connick Jr.

Harry Connick Jr.

as Eddie

David Hyde Pierce

David Hyde Pierce

as Garth Emmerick

Debi Mazar

Debi Mazar

as Gina

P.J. Ochlan

P.J. Ochlan

as Damon Wells

Michael Shulman

Michael Shulman

as Matt Montini

Celia Weston

Celia Weston

as Miss Nimvel

George Plimpton

George Plimpton

as Winston F. Buckner

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Little Man Tate (1991) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]

Little Man Tate ≣ 1991 ≣ Trailer

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Little Man Tate?

Little Man Tate is a Drama, Family movie directed by . It was released on 1991-09-06.

Who are the main actors in Little Man Tate?

The main cast includes Jodie Foster, Dianne Wiest, Adam Hann-Byrd, Harry Connick Jr., David Hyde Pierce, .

Where can I watch Little Man Tate online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Little Man Tate is available.

Is Little Man Tate based on a true story?

It's not what he knows. It's what he understands.

What is the IMDb rating of Little Man Tate?

Little Man Tate has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 314 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Little Man Tate?

The movie had a production budget of $10,000,000 and earned $25,010,896 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Little Man Tate?

The soundtrack was composed by Orion Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Little Man Tate filmed?

Little Man Tate was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Little Man Tate?

The total runtime of Little Man Tate is 99 minutes.

Is Little Man Tate suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Little Man Tate?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Little Man Tate.

Does Little Man Tate have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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