is a timeless narrative that explores the boundary between humdrum reality and the infinite expanses of human imagination. Originally a 1939 short story by James Thurber, it has evolved into a cultural touchstone through two major film adaptations—the 1947 classic starring Danny Kaye and the 2013 visual odyssey directed by and starring Ben Stiller. Movie Quick Reference Director Ben Stiller Starring Ben Stiller, Kristen Wiig, Shirley MacLaine, Sean Penn Release Date December 25, 2013 Running Time 114 minutes Core Themes
The 2013 film follows Walter Mitty, a negative assets manager at who spends his days "zoning out" into elaborate, heroic fantasies. When a critical negative for the magazine's final print issue goes missing, Walter is forced to step out of his daydreams and into a real-life global adventure. His journey takes him from the streets of New York to the volcanic landscapes of Iceland, the freezing waters of Greenland, and the heights of the Himalayas. Cast & Characters index of secret life of walter mitty
Real-world scenes were filmed at the Time & Life Building at 1271 6th Avenue. is a timeless narrative that explores the boundary
Imagination vs. Reality, Corporate Transition, Personal Discovery Plot Overview When a critical negative for the magazine's final
An eHarmony customer service representative who provides a comedic through-line for Walter's progress. Iconic Filming Locations
The "everyman" protagonist seeking the courage to live his own life.