Thumbelina

1994·Movie
1h 27min·G
50
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.3Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes36%67%

Where to watch

Disney+

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Thumbelina fingerprint

Big heart, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Uplifting and romantic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Romance8
  • Wholesome8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

Fantasy, growing up, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Follow your heart and nothing is impossible.

Born of a flower and growing to only a couple of inches tall, poor Thumbelina is worried she'll never meet someone her own size, until she happens to catch the eye of Prince Cornelius of the Fairies. Just as soon as she finds love, however, it's torn away when she's kidnapped by Ms. Toad. Now Thumbelina has to escape Ms. Toad's grasp and search for Prince Cornelius. Luckily, there's a whole city of animals willing to help.
Animated MusicalClassic Fairytale AdaptationRomantic AdventureCharming and WholesomeFamily-FriendlyVisually ColorfulMagical WorldComing-of-Age Story

Crew

Directed by:
Don Bluth, Gary Goldman, Moya Mackle
Written by:
Hans Christian Andersen, Don Bluth
Produced by:
Don Bluth, Gary Goldman, Peter Denomme
Composed by:
Dan O'Connell, Barry Manilow, Barry Manilow

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Thumbelina

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Thumbelina legally?

Disney+

Thumbelina is included with a subscription to Disney+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Thumbelina worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 6.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 36%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Thumbelina rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is Thumbelina?

1 h 27 min

Thumbelina runs 1 h 27 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Thumbelina?

Critics36
Audiences65

Not quite. Audiences rate Thumbelina higher (65) than critics (36). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Thumbelina a box office hit?

Budget$28 million
Box office$11 million

No. It cost about $28 million to make and earned $11 million worldwide, 41% of its budget.

What language is Thumbelina in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Ireland.

In how many countries can I watch Thumbelina?

82ADAEALARATAUAZBABEBGBOBRCACH+68

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Thumbelina in 82 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Thumbelina use?

Abled in the AdaptationAdaptational AttractivenessAdaptational Early AppearanceAdaptational HeroismAdaptational Location ChangeAdaptational Species ChangeAnachronism StewBack for the FinaleRomantic Runner-UpSmarter Than You LookLove at First SightBeware the Nice Onesand 12 more

TV Tropes lists 24 storytelling tropes for Thumbelina, including Abled in the Adaptation, Adaptational Attractiveness, Adaptational Early Appearance.

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