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The Golden Compass

PG-1320071h 53mChris Weitz
IMDb 6.1 · Rotten Tomatoes 42% · Metacritic 51

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"There are worlds beyond our own. The compass will show the way."

In a parallel universe, after overhearing a shocking secret, precocious orphan Lyra Belacqua trades her carefree existence roaming the halls of Jordan College for an otherworldly adventure in the far North, unaware that it's part of her destiny.

AdventureFantasy
CompassExperimentEnglandPolar BearAirshipSteampunkAnimalsAlternate UniverseBased On Young Adult NovelHis Dark Materials

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Golden Compass (2007) about?

In a parallel universe, after overhearing a shocking secret, precocious orphan Lyra Belacqua trades her carefree existence roaming the halls of Jordan College for an otherworldly adventure in the far North, unaware that it's part of her destiny.

Who stars in The Golden Compass?

The Golden Compass stars Dakota Blue Richards (Lyra Belacqua), Nicole Kidman (Marisa Coulter), Daniel Craig (Lord Asriel), Ben Walker (Roger Parslow), Freddie Highmore (Pantalaimon (voice)). The film was directed by Chris Weitz.

How long is The Golden Compass?

The Golden Compass has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2007. It is rated PG-13.

Is The Golden Compass worth watching?

The Golden Compass holds an IMDb rating of 6.1/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 42. Fans of Adventure, Fantasy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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