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Beauty and the Beast

2017·Movie
2h 9min·PG
69
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Metacritic656.6Rotten Tomatoes71%79%
IMDb7.1Metacritic656.6Rotten Tomatoes71%79%

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High energy, big heart.

Energy

Epic

  • Spectacle9
  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Deeply romantic and awe-inspiring

  • Romance9
  • Wonder9
  • Wholesome8

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Physical Comedy4

World

Fantasy

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality4

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Standout score and cinematography

  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9
  • Cinematography8

Who it's for

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A live-action adaptation of Disney's version of the classic tale of a cursed prince and a beautiful young woman who helps him break the spell.
Musical Fantasy RomanceDisney Live-Action RemakeEnchanted Castle SpectacleClassic Love Story RetellingOrchestral Score DrivenWholesome Fairy TaleVisual GrandeurNostalgic AdaptationMagical RealismEmotional Catharsis

Crew

Directed by:
Bill Condon, Laura Jackson, Matthew Sharp
Written by:
Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont, Stephen Chbosky, Evan Spiliotopoulos
Produced by:
Donald Dowd, Don Hahn, David Hoberman
Composed by:
Ariana Grande, John Legend, Matt Sullivan

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Beauty and the Beast

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Beauty and the Beast legally?

Disney+

Beauty and the Beast 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 Beauty and the Beast worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 71%, and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Beauty and the Beast rated?

PGViolence

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Beauty and the Beast?

2 h 9 min

Beauty and the Beast runs 2 h 9 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Beauty and the Beast?

Critics68
Audiences72

Yes. Critics average 68 and audiences 72 out of 100, so both groups see Beauty and the Beast much the same way.

Was Beauty and the Beast a box office hit?

Budget$160 million
Box office$1.3 billion

Yes, a big one. It cost about $160 million to make and earned $1.3 billion worldwide, 7.9 times its budget.

What language is Beauty and the Beast in?

EnglishFrench

It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Beauty and the Beast?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Beauty and the Beast in 84 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Beauty and the Beast use?

Enchanted ForestStay in the KitchenMistaken for TransformedEndless WinterSickening "Crunch!"Canon ForeignerVillain with Good PublicityGorgeous Period DressBrainwashedExpanded UniverseShout-OutEarn Your Happy Endingand 224 more

TV Tropes lists 236 storytelling tropes for Beauty and the Beast, including Enchanted Forest, Stay in the Kitchen, Mistaken for Transformed.