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Melody Time

1948·Movie
1h 15min·NR
62
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Metacritic696.5Rotten Tomatoes64%47%
IMDb6.1Metacritic696.5Rotten Tomatoes64%47%

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Melody Time fingerprint

Striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6
  • Tension4

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Kept in the background

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure5

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

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

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About

For Your All-Time Good Time!

In the grand tradition of Disney's great musical classics, Melody Time features seven timeless stories, each enhanced with high-spirited music and unforgettable characters. You'll be sure to tap your toes and clap your hands in this witty feast for the eyes and ears.
Animated Musical AnthologyClassic DisneyFamily-Friendly EntertainmentNostalgic CharmVibrant AnimationWholesome StorytellingTechnicolor FantasyIconic CharactersLighthearted Fun

Crew

Directed by:
Clyde Geronimi, Jack Kinney, Hamilton Luske
Written by:
Clyde Geronimi, Jack Kinney, Erdman Penner
Produced by:
Walt Disney

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Melody Time

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Melody Time legally?

PrimeDisney+

Melody Time is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Melody Time worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 64%, and Metacritic 69). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Melody Time rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Melody Time?

1 h 15 min

Melody Time runs 1 h 15 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Melody Time?

Critics67
Audiences58

Not quite. Critics rate Melody Time higher (67) than audiences (58). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Melody Time a box office hit?

Budget$2 million
Box office$5 million

Yes. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $5 million worldwide, 3.4 times its budget.

What language is Melody Time in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Melody Time?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Melody Time in 69 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Melody Time use?

GrimmificationYou Are Better Than You Think You AreImpossible Hourglass FigureList SongRaised by WolvesMuscles Are Meaningless"Setting Off" SongPhallic WeaponNever Say "Die"Disney Acid SequenceBroken AceEverything Trying to Kill Youand 67 more

TV Tropes lists 79 storytelling tropes for Melody Time, including Grimmification, You Are Better Than You Think You Are, Impossible Hourglass Figure.