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The Prince and the Pauper

1990·Movie
27min·G
72
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Big heart.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6
  • Tension4

Heart

Hopeful and nostalgic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Hopefulness8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Some slapstick and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy6
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4

World

History, growing up, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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

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About

Long ago in a land with an ailing king, there was a pair of boys who looked exactly alike, a pauper called Mickey and the other, the Crown Prince.
Classic TaleFamily-FriendlyHistorical SettingClass ConflictRole ReversalLighthearted AdventureSentimentalGood vs. Evil

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Prince and the Pauper legally?

The Prince and the Pauper is included with a subscription to Disney+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Prince and the Pauper worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 76%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Prince and the Pauper rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is The Prince and the Pauper?

0 h 27 min

The Prince and the Pauper runs 0 h 27 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Prince and the Pauper?

Critics76
Audiences70

Yes. Critics average 76 and audiences 70 out of 100, so both groups see The Prince and the Pauper much the same way.

What language is The Prince and the Pauper in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Prince and the Pauper?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Prince and the Pauper in 68 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Prince and the Pauper use?

Puppet KingBond Villain StupidityAnachronism StewUnwitting PawnSuddenly SpeakingButt BiterLet No Crisis Go to WasteThe Dog Bites BackLet's Get Dangerous!MooksI Owe You My LifePrince and Pauperand 103 more

TV Tropes lists 115 storytelling tropes for The Prince and the Pauper, including Puppet King, Bond Villain Stupidity, Anachronism Stew.