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The Witches
1990·Movie
The Witches fingerprint
High energy, strong craft.
Energy
Terrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare9
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Nostalgia6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Some satire and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody6
- Physical Comedy5
- Dark Humor5
World
Fantasy and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Intrigue8
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
HighTerrifying and tense
Fast from start to finish.
The Witches is terrifying, tense, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Scare9Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
MediumSome satire and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumFantasy and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Saving the world from witches is a tall order for a boy they've turned into a mouse!
While staying at a hotel in England with his grandmother, Helga, a young boy named Luke inadvertently spies on a convention of witches. The Grand High Witch reveals a plan to turn all children into mice via a magical formula. When they discover the eavesdropper, the witches test the formula on him. Now, with the help of Helga and hotel manager Mr Stringer, Luke the mouse must fight back against the witches.
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Questions about The Witches
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Is The Witches worth watching?
78
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 78). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Witches rated?
PGDisturbing imagery
It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is The Witches?
1 h 31 min
The Witches runs 1 h 31 min.
Is The Witches based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Witches?
Critics86
Audiences72
Not quite. Critics rate The Witches higher (86) than audiences (72). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was The Witches a box office hit?
Budget$11 million
Box office$15 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $11 million to make and earned $15 million worldwide, 1.4 times its budget.
What language is The Witches in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Witches?
78
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+64GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Witches in 78 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Witches use?
Accidental PassengerNothing Is ScarierWould Hurt a ChildBowdleriseHope SpotDeathly UnmaskingPre-Mortem One-LinerComically Missing the PointGood Shapeshifting, Evil ShapeshiftingComposite CharacterThe CameoWhat You Are in the Darkand 102 more
TV Tropes lists 114 storytelling tropes for The Witches, including Accidental Passenger, Nothing Is Scarier, Would Hurt a Child.