The Polar Express (2004) Fantasy Comedy Adventure Animation Family Musical
The Polar Express (2004) Movie Release Dates / Movie Details
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The Polar Express Plot Synopsis:
This is the story of a young hero boy on Christmas Eve who boards on a powerful magical train that's headed to the North Pole and Santa Claus's home. What unfolds is an adventure which follows a doubting boy, who takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole; during this ride, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery which shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
Synopsis / Plot Summary: A young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express. During his adventure he learns about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas.
Tagline: Journey Beyond Your Imagination
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The Polar Express Movie Information:
Type: MovieYear: 2004 (more 2004 movies)
Box Office: $189,528,738
Awards: 5
Nominations: 26
Language: English
Country: United States, Australia
Release Dates: Movie Release Dates / The Polar Express Release Dates In Theaters: Nov 10, 2004
Writers: Chris Van Allsburg, Robert Zemeckis, William Broyles Jr.
Producers: Steven J. Boyd, Debbie Denise, Gary Goetzman, Tom Hanks, Josh McLaglen, Jack Rapke, Steve Starkey, William Teitler, Peter M. Tobyansen, Chris Van Allsburg, Robert Zemeckis
Editors: R. Orlando Duenas, Jeremiah O'Driscoll
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The Polar Express Cast
| Cast overview, first billed only: | Character(s) | |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Hanks | ... | Hero Boy / Father / Conductor / Hobo / Scrooge / Santa Claus |
| Leslie Zemeckis | ... | Sister Sarah / Mother |
| Eddie Deezen | ... | Know-It-All |
| Nona Gaye | ... | Hero Girl (voice) |
| Peter Scolari | ... | Billy - Lonely Boy |
| Brendan King | ... | Pastry Chef |
| Andy Pellick | ... | Pastry Chef |
| Josh Eli | ... | Waiter |
| Mark Mendonca | ... | Waiter |
| Rolondas Hendricks | ... | Waiter (as Rolandas Hendricks) |
| Mark Goodman | ... | Waiter |
| Jon Scott | ... | Waiter |
| Gregory Gast | ... | Waiter |
| Sean Scott | ... | Waiter |
| Gordon Hart | ... | Waiter |
| Michael Jeter | ... | Smokey / Steamer |
| Chris Coppola | ... | Toothless Boy / Elf |
| Julene Renee | ... | Red Head Girl / Elf |
| Charles Fleischer | ... | Elf General |
| Steven Tyler | ... | Elf Lieutenant / Elf Singer |
Fun Facts: 15 Real AGES of Cast
- Tom Hanks (b. July 9, 1956) – Hero Boy / Father / Conductor / Hobo / Scrooge / Santa Claus
Sign: Cancer, Height: 6' (1.83 m)
Also known as: Tom H. | Tomu Hankusu - Leslie Zemeckis (b. February 5, 1969) – Sister Sarah / Mother
Sign: Aquarius
Also known as: Leslie Carter | Leslie Harter | Lesley Lindsay | Leslie Lindsay - Eddie Deezen (b. March 6, 1957) – Know-It-All
Sign: Pisces, Height: 5' 11" (1.8 m)
Also known as: Eddie Deezan | Ed Deezen - Nona Gaye (b. September 4, 1974) – Hero Girl (voice)
Sign: Virgo, Height: 5' 10½" (1.79 m) - Peter Scolari (b. September 12, 1955) – Billy - Lonely Boy
Sign: Virgo, Height: 5' 7" (1.7 m)
Also known as: Barney Tramble - Brendan King – Pastry Chef
- Andy Pellick – Pastry Chef
- Josh Eli – Waiter
- Mark Mendonca – Waiter
- Rolondas Hendricks – Waiter (as Rolandas Hendricks)
- Mark Goodman – Waiter
- Jon Scott – Waiter
- Gregory Gast – Waiter
- Sean Scott – Waiter
- Gordon Hart – Waiter
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