The Secret of Kells

The Secret of Kells

Turn the darkness into light

NR 2009 · 79 min · ★ 7.4 · Animation, Family, Fantasy

Adventure awaits 12 year old Brendan who must fight Vikings and a serpent god to find a crystal and complete the legendary Book of Kells. In order to finish Brother Aiden's book, Brendan must overcome his deepest fears on a secret quest that will take him beyond the abbey walls and into the enchanted forest where dangerous mythical creatures hide. Will Brendan succeed in his quest?

Directed by Tomm Moore · Written by Fabrice Ziolkowski

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Evan McGuire Brendan (voice)
Christen Mooney Aisling (voice)
Brendan Gleeson Abbot Cellach (voice)
Mick Lally Aidan (voice)
Liam Hourican Brother Tang / Leonardo (voice)
Paul Tylak Brother Assoua (voice)
Michael McGrath Adult Brendan (voice)
Paul Young Brother Square (voice)
Nora Twomey Additional Voices and Walla (voice)
Alli McCann Additional Voices and Walla (voice)
Clair Funchion Additional Voices and Walla (voice)
Conor O'Halloran Additional Voices and Walla (voice)

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