The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn: Film Adaptations
Explore how The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain has been brought to the screen. Each adaptation brings its own interpretation of the source material.
The Adventures of Huck Finn (1993)
Film Details:
- Released
- 1993
- Director
- Stephen Sommers
- Runtime
- 108 minutes
- Box Office
- $24 million
- Rating
- PG
- Awards
- None
About This Adaptation:
Disney's adaptation starring Elijah Wood as Huck. A family-friendly version that tones down the novel's harsher themes while maintaining the adventure aspects. Features Courtney B. Vance as Jim.
Main Cast:
Huckleberry Finn (1974)
Film Details:
- Released
- 1974
- Director
- J. Lee Thompson
- Runtime
- 118 minutes
- Box Office
- Data not available
- Rating
- G
- Awards
- None
About This Adaptation:
Musical adaptation featuring songs by Richard and Robert Sherman. Stars Jeff East as Huck and Paul Winfield as Jim. Attempts to blend adventure with musical numbers.
Main Cast:
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1960)
Film Details:
- Released
- 1960
- Director
- Michael Curtiz
- Runtime
- 107 minutes
- Box Office
- Data not available
- Rating
- Approved
- Awards
- None
About This Adaptation:
MGM's Metrocolor adaptation starring Eddie Hodges as Huck and former boxer Archie Moore as Jim. Known for its scenic Technicolor photography of the Mississippi River.
Main Cast:
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1939)
Film Details:
- Released
- 1939
- Director
- Richard Thorpe
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Box Office
- Data not available
- Rating
- Passed
- Awards
- None
About This Adaptation:
MGM's first sound adaptation starring Mickey Rooney as Huck. Made during Hollywood's Golden Age, this version emphasizes adventure over the novel's social critique.