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Bridge to Terabithia

1985·Movie
1h 0min
IMDb5.9

Where to watch

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Bridge to Terabithia fingerprint

Big heart, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle6
  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Deeply moving and awe-inspiring

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Pathos9
  • Coming of Age9
  • Wonder9

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

Fantasy, growing up, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Jess Aarons and new girl Leslie Burke create a world of their own and call it Terabithia and pretend to be the king and queen. They return to their magical kingdom every day after school.
Childhood ImaginationComing-of-Age FriendshipFantasy WorldEmotional StorytellingTouching and HeartfeltExploration of GriefEscapism and AdventureMagical RealismFamily Themes

Crew

Directed by:
Eric Till
Written by:
Katherine Paterson, Nancy Sackett

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Bridge to Terabithia

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Where can I stream Bridge to Terabithia legally?

PrimeHooplaFandango at Home FreePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TVAmazon MX Player

Bridge to Terabithia is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Bridge to Terabithia worth watching?

60
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bridge to Terabithia rated?

Suicide themes

Content advisories: suicide themes.

How long is Bridge to Terabithia?

1 h 0 min

Bridge to Terabithia runs 1 h 0 min.

What language is Bridge to Terabithia in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada.

In how many countries can I watch Bridge to Terabithia?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bridge to Terabithia in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Bridge to Terabithia use?

The Cast Show OffAge LiftTragic KeepsakeParting-Words RegretManic Pixie Dream GirlHate SinkAlternative Foreign Theme SongDark RepriseBecause You Were Nice to MeAdaptation Explanation ExtricationSilence of SadnessWham Lineand 32 more

TV Tropes lists 44 storytelling tropes for Bridge to Terabithia, including The Cast Show Off, Age Lift, Tragic Keepsake.