Eragon
Family, Fantasy
20th Century Fox  (2006) 103 mins PG

5.0 (34,415 votes)
Prepare to enter a dazzling world of myth and magic as the first thrilling chapter of the Inheritance Trilogy takes flight! In a kingdom ravaged by darkness and tyranny, one small ray of hope emerges when Eragon (Ed Speleers) finds a mysterious blue "stone" that turns out to be the last dragon's egg in existence. From the moment the egg hatches, the fates of Eragon and the dragon Saphira are forever entwined, as they join forces to battle the evil King Galbatorix (john Malkovich). Packed with nonstop action, spectacular special effects and an inspiring story about believing in yourself, this "fantastical adventure" (USA Today) will fire up your imagination!...

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Cast and Crew
Jeremy Irons  ......  Brom
Rachel Weisz  ...... 
Djimon Hounsou  ......  Ajihad
Joss Stone  ...... 
Sienna Guillory  ......  Arya
John Malkovich  ......  Galbatorix
Director  .....  Stefen Fangmeier
Producer  .....  John Davis; Wyck Godfrey; Roger Barton; Kevin Richard Buxbaum
Writer  .....  Peter Buchman; Christopher Paolini
Notes
Goofs:
Continuity: When Murtagh and Eragon are brought to Ajihad, Murtagh stays on Eragon's left for several camera angles and shots but when Eragon turns around to call in Saphira, Murtagh is on Eragon's right for the rest of the scene. (more)

Trivia:
Many fans of the book were upset at Stefen Fangmeier's decisions to take out crucial characters and plot lines. Most notable differences include leaving out Angela's prophecy, Eragon's infatuation with Arya, the character of Elva (the girl Eragon "blesses"), as well as Saphira's appearance. (more)

Filming Locations:
Budapest, Hungary (more)

Quotes:
[first lines]
Brom: [narrating] There was a time when the fierce and beautiful land of Alagaësia was ruled by men astride mighty dragons. To protect and serve was their mission, and for thousands of years, the people prospered. But the riders grew arrogant, and began to fight among themselves for power...
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Awards:
3 nominations (more)