The movie Coraline came out in early 2009, with its wide theatrical release in the United States on February 6, 2009.

Quick Scoop

  • Coraline is a stop‑motion dark fantasy film based on Neil Gaiman’s novella of the same name.
  • It premiered at the Portland International Film Festival on February 5, 2009, then opened in U.S. theaters nationwide on February 6, 2009.
  • The film has since had multiple anniversary re‑releases, including special 3D showings to celebrate its 15th year.

Mini timeline

  1. Festival premiere: February 5, 2009 (Portland International Film Festival, Portland, Oregon).
  1. U.S. wide release: February 6, 2009.
  1. Home media (DVD/Blu‑ray): July 21, 2009.
  1. 15th‑anniversary theatrical re‑release: limited engagement starting August 15, 2024 (including a new 3D remaster).

For anyone revisiting it now, Coraline has become a long‑running cult favorite, often rediscovered around Halloween and during its periodic theatrical re‑releases.

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