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Plot Summary

This is an animated story covering the ancient legend of Beowulf, as narrated by Grendel himself, the "monster" in the legend. Aimed more at adults than children, this version holds some interesting twists on the traditional tale, and is based on a novel by American critic and academic John Gardner.

Top Cast

Peter Ustinov Grendel (voice)

Keith Michell The Shaper (voice)

Arthur Dignam The Dragon / Beowulf (voice)

Ed Rosser King Hrothgar (voice)

Alison Bird Wealhtheow, Hrothgar's wife (voice)