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The Adventures of Mark Twain

1985·Movie
1h 26min·G
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.2Rotten Tomatoes80%80%
IMDb7.2Rotten Tomatoes80%80%

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Funny, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Wondrous

  • Wonder7
  • Nostalgia6
  • Pathos5

Humor

Plenty of absurdist humor and satire

  • Absurdist Humor8
  • Satire & Parody7
  • Wit & Wordplay6

World

Fantasy, history, and society

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Novelty8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Standout visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Where dreams become reality.

Based on elements from the stories of Mark Twain, this feature-length Claymation fantasy follows the adventures of Tom Sawyer, Becky Thatcher and Huck Finn as they stowaway aboard the interplanetary balloon of Mark Twain. Twain, disgusted with the human race, is intent upon finding Halley's Comet and crashing into it, achieving his "destiny." It's up to Tom, Becky, and Huck to convince him that his judgment is wrong and that he still has much to offer humanity that might make a difference. Their efforts aren't just charitable; if they fail, they will share Twain's fate. Along the way, they use a magical time portal to get a detailed overview of the Twain philosophy, observing the "historical" events that inspired his works.
Claymation AdventureMark TwainSatirical FantasyPhilosophical JourneyExistential ThemesArtistic AnimationHistorical ElementsLiterary AdaptationSurreal Humor

Crew

Directed by:
Will Vinton
Written by:
Mark Twain, Susan Shadburne
Produced by:
Hugh Kennedy Tirrell
Composed by:
Luther Greene, Kelley Baker, Kelley Baker

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Adventures of Mark Twain legally?

PrimePeacockThe RokuKanopyFandango at Home FreePluto TVAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsPeacock Premium+

The Adventures of Mark Twain is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Adventures of Mark Twain worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Adventures of Mark Twain rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is The Adventures of Mark Twain?

1 h 26 min

The Adventures of Mark Twain runs 1 h 26 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Adventures of Mark Twain?

Critics80
Audiences76

Yes. Critics average 80 and audiences 76 out of 100, so both groups see The Adventures of Mark Twain much the same way.

Was The Adventures of Mark Twain a box office hit?

Budget$2 million
Box office$849,915

No. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $849,915 worldwide, 57% of its budget.

What language is The Adventures of Mark Twain in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Adventures of Mark Twain?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Adventures of Mark Twain in 39 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Adventures of Mark Twain use?

Humans Are the Real MonstersBabies Ever AfterI Should Write a Book About ThisEvil TwinNo AntagonistNot So Above It AllCall-BackArmor-Piercing QuestionManchildThe WonkaOh, Crap!Blue-and-Orange Moralityand 55 more

TV Tropes lists 67 storytelling tropes for The Adventures of Mark Twain, including Humans Are the Real Monsters, Babies Ever After, I Should Write a Book About This.