Grendel Grendel Grendel
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August 1, 1981
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Animation, Fantasy
This is an animated story covering the ancient legend of Beowulf, as narrated by Grendel himself, the "monster" in the legend. Aimed more at adults than children, this version holds some interesting twists on the traditional tale, and is based on a novel by American critic and academic John Gardner.
Featured Crew
Alexander Stitt
Director
Alexander Stitt
Screenplay
John Gardner
Novel
Cast
Peter Ustinov
Grendel (voice)
Keith Michell
The Shaper (voice)
Arthur Dignam
The Dragon / Beowulf (voice)
Ed Rosser
King Hrothgar (voice)
Alison Bird
Wealhtheow, Hrothgar's wife (voice)