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The Meerkats

The Meerkats

Heroes so small they have to be seen on the big screen.

A coming of age story following a young meerkat pup, Kolo, growing up in the Kalahari desert; and an inspiring look at how one family's connection to each other and their surroundings is a model of resilience and fortitude for us all. Shot using ground-breaking techniques, this dramatised documentary is a one-of-a-kind presentation from The Weinstein Company and the BBC, featuring narration by Paul Newman.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Meerkats
  • Genres: Documentary, TV Movie, Family
  • Release Date: 2008-10-15
  • Runtime: 83 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (73 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: BBC Film, The Weinstein Company, Yaffle Films, BBC Studios Natural History Unit
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.5722
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Paul Newman

Paul Newman

as Narrator (voice)

Rufus Beck

Rufus Beck

as Narrator (Russian release) (voice)

Guillaume Canet

Guillaume Canet

as Le narrateur (voix française)

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

meerkatkalahari desertanimal lifeanimal behaviourdocumentaryanimals familyanimal documentarywildlife documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Meerkats?

The Meerkats is a Documentary, TV Movie, Family movie directed by . It was released on 2008-10-15.

Who are the main actors in The Meerkats?

The main cast includes Paul Newman, Rufus Beck, Guillaume Canet, .

Where can I watch The Meerkats online?

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

Is The Meerkats based on a true story?

Heroes so small they have to be seen on the big screen.

What is the IMDb rating of The Meerkats?

The Meerkats has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 73 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Meerkats?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Meerkats?

The soundtrack was composed by BBC Film, The Weinstein Company, Yaffle Films, BBC Studios Natural History Unit. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Meerkats filmed?

The Meerkats was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Meerkats?

The total runtime of The Meerkats is 83 minutes.

Is The Meerkats suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Meerkats?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Meerkats.

Does The Meerkats have a post-credit scene?

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

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