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The Boxcar Children

2014·Movie
1h 26min

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Big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Uplifting and wholesome

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Wholesome8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, family, and growing up

  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition6
  • Cinematography5
  • Editing5

Who it's for

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

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About

Four orphaned and homeless siblings happen upon an abandoned boxcar, which, they furnish with all the comforts of home. Fearful that they will be sent to live with their grandfather they have never met, the children keep their new home a secret.
Family-FriendlyClassic Children's StoryHeartwarmingOrphan AdventureSimple AnimationNostalgicFeel-Good MovieBased on Book Series

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Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about The Boxcar Children

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Where can I stream The Boxcar Children legally?

The Boxcar Children is included with a subscription to Hoopla in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Boxcar Children worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Boxcar Children?

1 h 26 min

The Boxcar Children runs 1 h 26 min.

Is The Boxcar Children based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is The Boxcar Children in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in South Korea, United States, Guatemala.

In how many countries can I watch The Boxcar Children?

4AUCANZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Boxcar Children in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Boxcar Children use?

RobinsonadeSeries Continuity ErrorSeries Continuity ErrorSeries Continuity ErrorSeries Continuity ErrorSeries Continuity ErrorSnap BackPromotion to ParentSecret IngredientClear Their NameMean BossForgetful Jonesand 358 more

TV Tropes lists 370 storytelling tropes for The Boxcar Children, including Robinsonade, Series Continuity Error, Series Continuity Error.