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Lynch brings a "charming" and "introspective" depth to the role, featuring more of her tragic backstory than previous adaptations.

In a departure from the stage tradition of casting a man in the role, Thompson delivers a "deranged" and "menacing" portrayal of the tyrannical headmistress. Watch ROALD DAHLS MATILDA THE MUSICAL (2022) WE...

Released globally on Netflix in December 2022, Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical is a vibrant adaptation of the Tony and Olivier Award-winning stage production. Directed by Matthew Warchus—who also helmed the original West End and Broadway shows—the film blends the dark, whimsical spirit of Dahl’s 1988 novel with high-energy musical numbers and a modernized cinematic flair. Production Overview and Casting Lynch brings a "charming" and "introspective" depth to

Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical (2022): A Cinematic Reimagining Directed by Matthew Warchus—who also helmed the original

Praised for her "assured" and "feisty" performance, Weir captures Matilda’s intelligence and quiet resilience.