Film Information Role: Princess Pea (Voice) Other Cast: Matthew Broderick, Dustin Hoffman, Tracey Ullman and more Release Date: 19 December 2008 (US) Directed by: Sam Fell & Robert Stevenhagen Writers: Kate DiCamillo, Will McRobb, Gary Ross & Chris Viscardi Genre: Animation, Adventure & Comedy Despereaux becomes friends with the lonely Princess Pea. Upon finding out that Despereaux has broken the law by speaking with a human, the Mouse Council banishes him to the dungeons, from where he is saved by Roscuro. Despereaux tells Roscuro of the princess’s gloom, which touches the rat.

Triva

- Justin Long was originally slated to voice the title character, Despereaux. Ultimately, the role went to Matthew Broderick.
- Sylvain Chomet was originally set to direct before being dismissed by the production company, to be replaced with Sam Fell.

Quotes

Princess Pea: What are you, a mouse?
Despereaux: No… I’m a gentleman.

Princess Pea: Do you think there’s a bit of light somewhere in the world? I think there is you just need to know where to find it.

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