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The Nutcracker

1994·Movie
47min·G
61
DecentGoodWatch score

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Striking style.

Energy

Spectacular

  • Spectacle7
  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Nostalgic and wondrous

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Wonder8

Humor

Some slapstick and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Absurdist Humor4

World

Fantasy, history, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout score and cinematography

  • Music Composition9
  • Cinematography8
  • Music Centrality8

Who it's for

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The Nutcracker

It is Christmas Eve, and the Stahlbaum family is happily unwrapping their Christmas gifts. After all the merriment, seven-year-old Marie receives a very special gift--a mysterious Nutcracker--from her beloved Godfather Drosselmeier. When the house falls dark and silent, Marie discovers that this is no ordinary Nutcracker, but Godfather Drosselmeier's nephew, who was transformed into a wooden toy by the curse of the evil Madame Mouserink. To break the curse, the Nutcracker must win the love of Marie and defeat the malicious, seven-headed Mouse King.
Christmas ClassicFantasy AdventureBallet AdaptationHistorical SettingMagical RealismMusical ScoreFamily EntertainmentNostalgic Charm

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Nutcracker

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Nutcracker legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Cineverse. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Nutcracker worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Nutcracker rated?

GDisturbing imagery

It's rated G in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is The Nutcracker?

0 h 47 min

The Nutcracker runs 0 h 47 min.

Is The Nutcracker based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is The Nutcracker in?

EnglishArabic

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

In how many countries can I watch The Nutcracker?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Nutcracker in 23 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Nutcracker use?

Pop-Cultural OsmosisOverlord Jr.Doting ParentGorgeous Garment GenerationAdaptation DistillationSoul JarDistressed DudeWeaksauce WeaknessMime and Music-Only CartoonFlashbackGood ParentsMultiple Head Caseand 9 more

TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for The Nutcracker, including Pop-Cultural Osmosis, Overlord Jr., Doting Parent.