THEN AND NOW: The cast of 'Bridge to Terabithia' nearly 14 years later

Pascale MondesirDec 22, 2020, 01:23 IST

Josh Hutcherson starred in "Bridge to Terabithia."Disney; Gregg DeGuire/FilmMagic/Getty Images

"Bridge to Terabithia" (2007) premiered almost 14 years ago, and some of the beloved movie's actors have gone on to build strong careers.
Josh Hutcherson has starred in several movies, including the hugely successful "Hunger Games" franchise.
AnnaSophia Robb went on to appear in a few movies, and she's landed several hit television series.
Since the film, Zooey Deschanel has acted in popular movies, released music, and starred on "New Girl."

Disney's tear-jerking family film "Bridge to Terabithia," based on the novel by Katherine Paterson, came out almost 14 years ago.

It follows preteen Jess Aarons (Josh Hutcherson) as he befriends free-spirited Leslie Burke (AnnaSophia Robb). Together they create a new, mystical world called Terabithia that's fueled by their imagination.

Here's what the movie's stars have been up to since 2007:

Josh Hutcherson played lonely preteen Jess Aarons.

Josh Hutcherson in "Bridge to Terabithia." Disney

Hutcherson went on to join a popular film franchise, among other roles.

Josh Hutcherson has starred in a few hit movies. Gregg DeGuire/FilmMagic/Getty Images

AnnaSophia Robb played headstrong Leslie Burke.

AnnaSophia Robb in "Bridge to Terabithia." Disney

Robb is still acting in memorable roles on TV and in films.

AnnaSophia Robb has found success in the entertainment industry. Charles Sykes/Invision/AP

Zooey Deschanel played Ms. Edmunds, Jess and Leslie's music teacher.

Zooey Deschanel in "Bridge to Terabithia." Disney

Deschanel continued her acting career, and she's gained success as a musician.

Zooey Deschanel is well known for her role on "New Girl." Timothy Hiatt/Getty

Robert Patrick played Jack Aarons, Jess' hardworking father.

Robert Patrick in "Bridge to Terabithia." Disney

Patrick continues to work steadily across TV and film today.

Robert Patrick is still acting today. ERIC GAILLARD/Reuters

Bailee Madison played Jess' curious younger sister, May Belle Aarons.

Bailee Madison in "Bridge to Terabithia." Disney

Madison has continued acting on TV and in films.

Bailee Madison has appeared on a number of TV shows. Jeff Spicer/BFC/Getty Images for BFC

Kate Butler played Mary Aarons, Jess' mother.

Kate Butler in "Bridge to Terabithia." Disney

Butler continues to work on TV and in films.

Kate Butler is still acting, mostly on TV. Tara Ziemba/WireImage/Getty Images

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