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Into the Woods

1991Movie2 h 33 minNR

DramaMusic
87
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.7Rotten Tomatoes–94%
87
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.7Rotten Tomatoes–94%

Summary

In a woods filled with magic and fairy tale characters, a baker and his wife set out to end the curse put on them by their neighbor, a spiteful witch.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

Where to watch

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Not streaming in any country yet.

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Not for scares, laughs or romance.

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Cast

15 of 15

Crew

Directed by
James Lapine
Written by
Stephen Sondheim, James Lapine
Produced by
Iris Merlis
Music by
Stephen Sondheim, Paul Gemignani

Everyone

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Facts

March 15, 1991 · 2 h 33 min · NR

Released
March 15, 1991
Runtime
2 h 33 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Drama, Music, Fantasy, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States

Tropes

David Versus Goliath, Cool Big Sis, Adaptational Angst Upgrade +9

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is Into the Woods worth watching?"

Questions about Into the Woods

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Into the Woods worth watching?

87
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87 (IMDb 8.7).

Is Into the Woods okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

What tropes does Into the Woods use?

David Versus GoliathCool Big SisAdaptational Angst UpgradeDeath by Falling OverOoh, Me Accent's SlippingGory Discretion ShotVictoria's Secret CompartmentBowdleriseLighter and SofterBe Careful What You Wish ForMissing MomArboreal Abodeand 98 more

TV Tropes lists 110 tropes for it, including David Versus Goliath, Cool Big Sis, and Adaptational Angst Upgrade.