Flatland (2007): cast, story & where to watch

2007 · Film · ★ 5.4

Flatland poster

Released in 2007, Flatland is an animation and science fiction film directed by Jeffrey Travis, running about 36 minutes. “A Journey of Many Dimensions” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Set in a world of only two dimensions inhabited by sentient geometric shapes, the story follows Arthur Square and his ever-curious granddaughter Hex. When a mysterious visitor arrives from Spaceland, Arthur and Hex must come to terms with the truth of the third dimension, risking dire consequences from the evil Circles that have ruled Flatland for a thousand years.

Who’s in it. Flatland stars Martin Sheen as Arthur Square (voice), Kristen Bell as Hex (voice), Tony Hale as King of Pointland (voice) and Joe Estevez as Abbott Square (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Flatland has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Flatland page.

If you liked it. Fans of Flatland tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Flatland (2007)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Flatland change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Flatland worth watching?
Flatland holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Flatland?
Flatland stars Martin Sheen, Kristen Bell, Tony Hale, Joe Estevez and Michael York.
When was Flatland released?
Flatland was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 36 minutes.