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Billy Elliot: The Musical Live

2014·Movie
2h 42min·R
83
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.4
IMDb8.4

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High energy, big heart, a touch of humor.

Energy

Fast-paced and spectacular

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Deeply moving and uplifting

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age10
  • Pathos9
  • Hopefulness9

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Satire & Parody2

World

Growing up, show business, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and storytelling

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality10
  • Music Composition9
  • Cinematography7

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About

Electricity sparks inside of me and I'm free.

In County Durham, England, 1984, a talented young dancer, Billy Elliot, stumbles out of the boxing ring and onto the ballet floor. He faces many trials and triumphs as he strives to conquer his family’s set ways, inner conflict, and standing on his toes in a musical that questions masculinity, gender norms and conformity.
MusicalComing-of-Age StoryWorking-Class EnglandTriumph Over AdversityEmotionalFeel-GoodInspiringFamily DramaUpliftingGender Norms

Crew

Directed by:
Stephen Daldry, Brett Sullivan, Jane Hornby
Written by:
Elton John, Lee Hall, Lee Hall
Produced by:
Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, David Furnish
Composed by:
Elton John, Elton John, Paul Arditti

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Where can I stream Billy Elliot: The Musical Live legally?

BroadwayHD

Billy Elliot: The Musical Live is included with a subscription to BroadwayHD 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 Billy Elliot: The Musical Live worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Billy Elliot: The Musical Live rated?

R

It's rated R in the United States.

How long is Billy Elliot: The Musical Live?

2 h 42 min

Billy Elliot: The Musical Live runs 2 h 42 min.

What language is Billy Elliot: The Musical Live in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Billy Elliot: The Musical Live?

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