Horrible Histories: The Movie – Rotten Romans facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Horrible Histories: The Movie – Rotten Romans |
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| Directed by | Dominic Brigstocke |
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| Cinematography | John Sorapure |
| Editing by | Nigel Williams |
| Distributed by | Altitude Film Distribution |
| Release date(s) | 26 July 2019 (United Kingdom) |
| Running time | 92 minutes |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Money made | $3.8 million |
Horrible Histories: The Movie – Rotten Romans is a fun British historical comedy film released in 2019. It's based on the super popular Horrible Histories book series by Terry Deary. The movie also takes inspiration from the TV shows that came out in 2009 and 2015 on CBBC.
This film brings to life some of the funniest and grossest parts of Roman history. It was made by Altitude Film Entertainment, BBC Films, and Citrus Films. The movie first hit cinemas in the United Kingdom on July 26, 2019.
What's the Story About?
The movie follows a clever Roman teenager named Atti. He's got a big brain but isn't very strong. Atti is always coming up with new ideas, but one of his plans really annoys Emperor Nero.
As a punishment, Atti is sent far away to cold, rainy Britain. This was a wild place at the very edge of the Roman Empire. While in Britain, Atti gets captured by a brave and fierce Celt girl named Orla.
Even though they are from different sides, Atti and Orla start to understand each other. But then, Atti is sent back to his Roman army group. To his surprise and horror, he finds himself fighting against Orla and her tribe! This happens during a famous battle called the Battle of Watling Street.
Who Are the Characters?
The movie features a fantastic cast of actors who bring these historical characters to life. You'll see many familiar faces from British comedy and drama.
- Emilia Jones plays Orla, the brave Celt girl.
- Sebastian Croft is Atti, the smart Roman teenager.
- Nick Frost appears as Arghus.
- Craig Roberts plays the powerful Emperor Nero.
- Kim Cattrall is Agrippina the Younger.
- Kate Nash takes on the role of Boudicca, the famous Celtic queen.
- Rupert Graves plays Governor Suetonius Paulinus.
- Alex Macqueen is Sycophantus.
- Derek Jacobi plays Emperor Claudius.
- Lee Mack is Decimus.
- Chris Addison plays a Traffic reporter.
- Ella Smith is Mrs. Dougal.
- Alexander Armstrong plays Procurator Catus Decianus.
- Dustin Demri-Burns is Crazy Cedric.
- Warwick Davis plays the Gladiator Trainer.
- Lucy Montgomery is Birte (Third New Recruit).
- Tom Stourton plays Percy.
- Sanjeev Bhaskar is Mr. Felix.
- Dominique Moore plays a Traveller.
- Dimitris Konstantinou-Hautecoeur is a Palace Guard.
- Richard David-Caine plays the Soothsayer.
- Sarah Hadland is Irene the Iceni.
- Joanna Bacon plays Brenda.
- Roy Martin Thorn is a Roman Soldier.
- Jordan Scowen is Celcius.
- John Eccleston provides the voice for Rattus Rattus.
