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16 Wishes

2010·Movie
1h 30min·G

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Big heart.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline3
  • Tension3

Heart

Uplifting and wholesome

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Coming of Age9
  • Wholesome8

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy4

World

Growing up, everyday modern life, and family

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Everyone's sweet 16 is special, Abby's is magical.

The story about Abby Jensen, a girl who's been eager to reach her 16th birthday and has kept a secret wish list since she was a little girl. When the Big Day actually arrives, utter disaster strikes, leaving Abby to think her birthday is ruined. But when a mysterious box of magical birthday candles arrives to turn things around, Abby's 16 Wishes start to come true. Her day gets better and better...until she makes one wish that threatens to change everything.
Teen FantasyComing-of-Age ComedyWish FulfillmentFamily-FriendlyMagical AdventureLife LessonsLighthearted & FunFeel-Good StoryYouthful Enthusiasm

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Where can I stream 16 Wishes legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Plex, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is 16 Wishes worth watching?

57
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is 16 Wishes rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is 16 Wishes?

1 h 30 min

16 Wishes runs 1 h 30 min.

What language is 16 Wishes in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch 16 Wishes?

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What tropes does 16 Wishes use?

Jerkass to OneDisproportionate RetributionInnocently InsensitiveEmbarrassing Old PhotoSpecial Occasions Are MagicHeartfelt ApologyReset Button"Better If Not Born" PlotExact WordsEveryone Has StandardsHeel–Face TurnIt Only Works Onceand 31 more

TV Tropes lists 43 storytelling tropes for 16 Wishes, including Jerkass to One, Disproportionate Retribution, Innocently Insensitive.