'A Wrinkle in Time' trivia and fun facts
Mindy in Disney
This is Mindy Kaling's first live action Disney movie. She voiced Taffyta Muttonfudge in ¡Rompe Ralph! (2012) and Disgust in 'Inside Out' (2015).
First adaptation
This is the first major motion picture adaptation of the classic novel written by Madeleine L'Engle since the 2003 television film adaptation, 15 years prior.
Revolutionary woman director
Due to this movie, Ava DuVernay has become the first Afroamerican woman in the history that directs a movie with a budget over 100 million dolars.
Reunion
The second collaboration between Oprah Winfrey, Andre Holland, and director Ava DuVernay following Selma (2014).
Special pass
The cast and crew shot scenes in New Zealand for two weeks. During shooting, they were treated to a traditional Maori powhiri and karakia, by the indigenous peoples of New Zealand. The cast and crew enjoyed shooting in New Zealand and frequently spoke about their love for the country.