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Smile

2005·Movie
1h 47min

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Smile fingerprint

Big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Catharsis8

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Music Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Celebrate the Incredible Strength of Humanity.

Introduced to a volunteer opportunity with the Doctor's Gift Program, Katie (Mika Boorem) signs up for a trip to China, where she meets Lin (Yi Ding), a girl with whom she shares a birthday. Lin has a facial deformity that discourages her from ever showing her face, but her friendship with Katie helps her start to see life in a new way.
Heartwarming DramaComing-of-AgeFriendship StoryCultural ExchangeOvercoming AdversityUplifting NarrativeCharacter-DrivenFamily-FriendlyPositive Message

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Questions about Smile

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Is Smile worth watching?

42
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Smile?

1 h 47 min

Smile runs 1 h 47 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Smile?

Critics47
Audiences62

Not quite. Audiences rate Smile higher (62) than critics (47). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Smile in?

English

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

In how many countries can I watch Smile?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Smile in 28 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.