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Elsa & Fred

2014Movie1 h 37 minPG-13

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

A wholesome, hopeful drama movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Not for scares, brutality or adrenaline.

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Story

It's Never Too Late.

After his daughter persuades him to move into a new apartment, aged widower Fred strikes up a friendship with his eccentric 74-year-old neighbour Elsa, who convinces him it's never too late to keep enjoying life. Although he seemed resigned to a miserable bedridden existence, Fred embraces Elsa's youthful enthusiasm as she introduces him to the path of life and entertains him with outlandish stories about her past life. But when he discovers Elsa's terminally ill, Fred decides to accompany her on the trip of her dreams to the eternal city of Rome to help her fulfil a lifelong ambition.

Feels like

  • Heartwarming Romance
  • Late-Life Love
  • Feel-Good Drama
  • Character-Driven Story
  • Emotional Connection
  • Finding Joy
  • Overcoming Adversity
  • Hopeful Outlook

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Michael Radford
Music by
Luis Bacalov

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Facts

March 7, 2014 · 1 h 37 min · PG-13

Released
March 7, 2014
Runtime
1 h 37 min
Age rating
PG-13
Genres
Drama, Comedy, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$10 million
Available in
30 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Elsa & Fred?"

Questions about Elsa & Fred

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Elsa & Fred?

In the United States, Elsa & Fred streams on Prime and Howdy, and it is free with ads on The Roku, Kanopy, and Pluto TV. It also streams in 8 other countries.

Is Elsa & Fred worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 33%, and Metacritic 49). Audiences rate it higher (55 out of 100) than critics (41).

Is Elsa & Fred okay for kids?

PG-13

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will Elsa & Fred make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Is Elsa & Fred good for date night?

and 4 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.