Night at the Museum (2006)
A hapless night guard discovers that history has a habit of coming alive after dark in this wildly entertaining family comedy.
Night at the Museum - Movie Information
- Original Title: Night at the Museum
- Release Year: 2006
- Directed by: Shawn Levy
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Fantasy, Family, Comedy
- Age Rating (US): PG
- Runtime: 1h 48m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, Italian, Hebrew
- Release Date (Theatrical): December 20, 2006 (South Korea - ALL), December 21, 2006 (United States - PG), December 21, 2006 (Canada - PG), December 26, 2006 (United Kingdom - PG), December 26, 2006 (Germany - 6), February 7, 2007 (France - TP), December 26, 2006 (Australia - PG), January 12, 2007 (Brazil - L), February 2, 2007 (Italy), January 25, 2007 (Spain - APTA)
- Alternative Titles: म्युज़ीयम के अंदर फंस गया सिकंदर (IN), 翻生侏羅館 (HK), Nat paa Museet (DK), À Noite, no Museu (PT), 博物馆惊魂夜 (CN), 박물관이 살아있다 (KR), 翻生侏羅館 (TW), Muzeydə Bir Gecə (AZ)
- Production Companies: 1492 Pictures, 21 Laps Entertainment, 20th Century Fox, Ingenious Media, Sun Canada Productions
- Production Countries: United States of America, United Kingdom
Night at the Museum - Plot
Chaos reigns at the natural history museum when night watchman Larry Daley accidentally stirs up an ancient curse, awakening Attila the Hun, an army of gladiators, a Tyrannosaurus rex and other exhibits.
Night at the Museum - Trailer
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Where history comes to life.
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Night at the Museum - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Shawn Levy
Main Cast
- Ben Stiller
- Carla Gugino
- Dick Van Dyke
- Mickey Rooney
- Bill Cobbs
- Jake Cherry
- Ricky Gervais
- Robin Williams
- Kim Raver
- Patrick Gallagher
Writers
- Thomas Lennon
- Robert Ben Garant
Producers
- Shawn Levy
- Michael Barnathan
- Chris Columbus
Night at the Museum - FAQs
Is Night at the Museum based on a true story?
No, Night at the Museum is not based on a true story. It is adapted from the 1993 children's book 'Das Narrenschiff' — known in English as 'The Night at the Museum' — written by Milan Trenc. The story of exhibits magically coming to life overnight is entirely fictional.
Where can you stream Night at the Museum?
Night at the Museum is available to stream on Netflix and Disney Plus. It can also be watched free on FXNow, or rented and purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Check JustWatch for current regional availability.
Who are the main actors in Night at the Museum?
The film stars Ben Stiller as security guard Larry Daley, Robin Williams as Theodore Roosevelt, Dick Van Dyke as Cecil, Ricky Gervais as Dr. McPhee, Carla Gugino as Rebecca, Steve Coogan as Octavius, Rami Malek as Ahkmenrah, and Patrick Gallagher as Attila the Hun.
What is Night at the Museum about?
Night at the Museum follows Larry Daley, a down-on-his-luck divorced dad who takes a job as a night security guard at the American Museum of Natural History. He soon discovers that an ancient Egyptian tablet brings every exhibit — from a T. rex to Roman gladiators — to life each night.
Is there a post-credits scene in Night at the Museum?
Yes, Night at the Museum features a brief post-credits scene. After the main credits roll, a short comedic moment plays out involving characters from the film. It is a lighthearted stinger consistent with the film's playful tone, so it is worth staying through the credits.
What is the age rating for Night at the Museum?
Night at the Museum is rated PG by the MPA in the United States. The rating reflects mild action, some rude humor, and brief language. The film is broadly suitable for children and families, though parents may want to preview it for younger or more sensitive viewers.
How long is Night at the Museum?
Night at the Museum has a runtime of 1 hour and 48 minutes (108 minutes). The pacing is brisk and energetic, keeping the film engaging throughout for both younger audiences and adults, with plenty of comedic set pieces and action sequences filling the runtime.
What are movies similar to Night at the Museum?
If you enjoyed Night at the Museum, you might also like its sequels — Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian (2009) and Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb (2014). Other similar films include Madagascar (2005), Ghostbusters (1984), Army of Darkness (1992), and Shanghai Knights (2003).
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