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The Indian in the Cupboard

1995·Movie
1h 36min·PG
61
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.0Metacritic586.9Rotten Tomatoes70%41%
IMDb6.0Metacritic586.9Rotten Tomatoes70%41%

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The Indian in the Cupboard fingerprint

Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Awe-inspiring and wholesome

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Wonder9
  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy4
  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Fantasy, growing up, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Adventure comes to life.

A nine-year-old boy gets a plastic Indian and a cupboard for his birthday and finds himself involved in adventure when the Indian comes to life and befriends him.
Magical RealismChildhood AdventureComing-of-Age StoryNostalgic FantasyFamily-FriendlyEscapist EntertainmentFriendshipCultural UnderstandingInnocence

Crew

Directed by:
Frank Oz, Eric Brevig, Michele Panelli-Venetis
Written by:
Melissa Mathison, Lynne Reid Banks
Produced by:
Frank Marshall, Kathleen Kennedy, Margery Simkin
Composed by:
Randy Edelman, Ron Bochar

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Indian in the Cupboard

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Indian in the Cupboard legally?

fuboTVMGM+Philo

The Indian in the Cupboard is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Indian in the Cupboard worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 70%, and Metacritic 58). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Indian in the Cupboard rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is The Indian in the Cupboard?

1 h 36 min

The Indian in the Cupboard runs 1 h 36 min.

Is The Indian in the Cupboard based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Indian in the Cupboard?

Critics64
Audiences57

Yes. Critics average 64 and audiences 57 out of 100, so both groups see The Indian in the Cupboard much the same way.

Was The Indian in the Cupboard a box office hit?

Budget$45 million
Box office$36 million

No. It cost about $45 million to make and earned $36 million worldwide, 79% of its budget.

What language is The Indian in the Cupboard in?

EnglishItalian

It was made in English, with some Italian. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Indian in the Cupboard?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Indian in the Cupboard in 47 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Indian in the Cupboard use?

Adaptation Dye-JobAdaptational NationalityHollywood NativesProduct PlacementYou Dirty Rat!Title DropCaptain ObviousDream DeceptionDangled by a GiantTook a Level in KindnessChekhov's GunmanJump Scareand 26 more

TV Tropes lists 38 storytelling tropes for The Indian in the Cupboard, including Adaptation Dye-Job, Adaptational Nationality, Hollywood Natives.