Asterix and the Vikings

2006 1h 18m FR

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★6.1TMDB · 775

FamilyAnimationComedyAdventure

Synopsis

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Asterix and Obelix have been given a tough mission: Transform the chief's lazy nephew Justforkix into a warrior. When the Vikings abduct him and bring him back to their homeland, Asterix and Obelix must travel to Norway to rescue Justforkix.

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Cast

Roger Carel
Astérix / Idéfix (voice)
Lorànt Deutsch
Goudurix (voice)
Sara Forestier
Abba (voice)
Jacques Frantz
Obélix (voice)
Stéphane Fourreau
Olibrius (voice)
Pierre Palmade
Cryptograf (voice)
Pierre Tchernia
Le narrateur (voice)
Bernard Alane
Assurancetourix (voice)

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Stefan Fjeldmark
Writers: Jean-Luc Goossens, Stefan Fjeldmark, Dan Harder
Languages: English, French
Countries: Denmark, France

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RUNTIME

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Tight 78-minute runtime — shorter than most television pilots.

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ERA

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Released 20 years ago.

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WORLD

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Dialogue crosses 2 languages: English, French.

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WORLD

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International production across 2 countries: Denmark, France.

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CINEMA

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Part of the "Asterix and Obelix (Animation) Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.

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DIRECTOR

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Original score by Alexandre Azaria. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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CAST

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Roger Carel and Lorànt Deutsch and Sara Forestier carry the top of the cast.

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WILD

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IMDB entry: tt0371552 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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Cinephile deep dive

The take

Stefan Fjeldmark directs. Alexandre Azaria scores. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Produced in Denmark, France. Dialogue in English, French.

Trivia

Things worth knowing

1Tight 78-minute runtime — shorter than most television pilots.
2Released 20 years ago.
3Dialogue crosses 2 languages: English, French.
4International production across 2 countries: Denmark, France.
5Part of the "Asterix and Obelix (Animation) Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.
6Original score by Alexandre Azaria. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
7Roger Carel and Lorànt Deutsch and Sara Forestier carry the top of the cast.
8IMDB entry: tt0371552 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
9Classified under 10 themes, including "france", "magic", "village", "cartoon".
10Released under 12 different titles around the world.

The technical file

Original score: Alexandre Azaria
Runtime: 78 min · 1h 18m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Box office: $22,501,596
Original language: FR
IMDB: Asterix and the Vikings (2006)

Part of

Asterix and Obelix (Animation) Collection

The Asterix and Obelix Animation Collection is a delightful compilation of animated films featuring the beloved Gaulish heroes, Asterix and Obelix. Based on the popular French comic book series created by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo, the collection takes you on a journey through the duo's adventures as they resist the Roman Empire's occupation of Gaul. With their superhuman strength and wit, they protect their village from various threats, providing humor and excitement for the whole family.