This is an animated story covering the ancient legend of Beowulf, as narrated by Grendel himself, the "monster" in the legend. Aimed more at adults than children, this version holds some interesting twists on the traditional tale, and is based on a novel by American critic and academic John Gardner.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Peter UstinovGrendel (voice) | Grendel (voice) |
 Keith MichellThe Shaper (voice) | The Shaper (voice) |
 Arthur DignamThe Dragon / Beowulf (voice) | The Dragon / Beowulf (voice) |
| EEd RosserKing Hrothgar (voice) | King Hrothgar (voice) |
| AAlison BirdWealhtheow, Hrothgar's wife (voice) | Wealhtheow, Hrothgar's wife (voice) |
| BBobby BrightNot listed | Not listed |
| RRic StoneUnferth (voice) | Unferth (voice) |
| EErnie BourneNot listed | Not listed |
| RRho SchepisiNot listed | Not listed |
| CColin McEwanNot listed | Not listed |
| BBarry HillNot listed | Not listed |
| PPeter AanensenNot listed | Not listed |
| JJack BrownNot listed | Not listed |
| JJulie McKennaThe Shaper's Boy (voice) | The Shaper's Boy (voice) |
 Phillip AdamsNarrator | Narrator |