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Little Women (1994)

PG 115 min  -  Drama | Family | Romance  -   21 December 1994 (USA)
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The March sisters live and grow in post-Civil War America.

Writers:

Louisa May Alcott (novel), Robin Swicord (screenplay)
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Winona Ryder ...
Gabriel Byrne ...
Trini Alvarado Trini Alvarado ...
Samantha Mathis ...
Kirsten Dunst ...
Claire Danes ...
Christian Bale ...
Eric Stoltz ...
John Neville ...
Mary Wickes ...
Susan Sarandon ...
Florence Paterson Florence Paterson ...
Robin Collins Robin Collins ...
Corrie Clark ...
Rebecca Toolan Rebecca Toolan ...
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Storyline

With their father away fighting in the Civil War, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy grow up with their mother in somewhat reduced circumstances. They are a close family who inevitably have their squabbles and tragedies. But the bond holds even when, later, men friends start to become a part of the household. Written by Jeremy Perkins {J-26}  

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Taglines:

The story that has Lived in our hearts For generations, Now comes to the screen For the holidays See more »

Genres:

Drama | Family | Romance

Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for two uses of mild language See all certifications »

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Details

Country:

USA | Canada

Language:

English | German | French

Release Date:

(USA) See more »

Also Known As:

Les quatre filles du Docteur March See more »

Filming Locations:

British Columbia, Canada See more »

Box Office

Budget:

$15,000,000 (estimated)

Gross:

$50,083,616 (USA)
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Runtime:

Sound Mix:

Dolby SR  | SDDS  | Dolby Digital

Color:

Color (Technicolor)

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1
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Did You Know?

Trivia

While filming, Claire Danes was carrying a candle up the stairs and her hair caught on fire. See more »

Goofs

Anachronisms: In the final scene, Prof. Bhaer's umbrella has a modern spring clasp. See more »

Quotes

Jo March: [uncovers John's eyes] Surprise!
Marmee: John. You have a daughter.
Hannah: And a son.
[Marmee and Hannah hands the twins to John]
Meg: Oh, Marmee, I can't believe you did this four times.
John Brooke: Yes, but never two at once, my darling.
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Connections

Referenced in "Dark Angel: Boo (#2.5)" (2001) See more »

Soundtracks

"Here We Come A-Wassailing"
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