
Animated Epics: Beowulf
Animation
Overview
Swords fly as Beowulf battles the evil Grendel in this exciting animated adaptation of the epic poem. Incorporating fascinating sketch art and featuring the voice of Joseph Fiennes as Beowulf. found.
Top Cast


Derek Jacobi
Derek Jacobi
Narrator ( voice )
Derek Jacobi
Narrator ( voice )


Joseph Fiennes
Joseph Fiennes
Beowulf ( voice )
Joseph Fiennes
Beowulf ( voice )


Timothy West
Timothy West
Hrothgar ( voice )
Timothy West
Hrothgar ( voice )


Anna Calder-Marshall
Anna Calder-Marshall
Queen Wealtheow ( voice )
Anna Calder-Marshall
Queen Wealtheow ( voice )


Michael Sheen
Michael Sheen
Wiglaf ( voice )
Michael Sheen
Wiglaf ( voice )


John Castle
John Castle
Hygelac ( voice )
John Castle
Hygelac ( voice )


James Greene
James Greene
Peasant ( voice )
James Greene
Peasant ( voice )
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