One of Roald Dahl’s most beloved books is getting another adaptation just in time for Christmas, as Matilda the Musical comes to Netflix. The films is based on both the Roald Dahl classic and its Olivier and Tony award-winning musical adaptation from Australian actor-comedian Tim Minchin – who also wrote the music and lyrics for this new iteration.
It is closely tied to Matilda the Musical’s original 2011 West End production, with the show’s original director Matthew Warchus also returning alongside Minchin. This is the second film adaptation of Matilda, after the iconic 1996 version directed by and starring Danny DeVito, and promises to be another heartwarming and fantastical film perfect for the festive season.
Here, we break down everything you need to know about Netflix’s Matilda the Musical.
