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Howard

2018Movie1 h 33 minPG

78
GreatGoodWatch score

A moving, hopeful documentary movie about everyday modern life and a real life story, with standout score.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

He gave a mermaid her voice and a beast his soul.

Though legendary lyricist Howard Ashman died far too young, his impact on Broadway, movies, and the culture at large were incalculable. Told entirely through rare archival footage and interviews with Ashman’s family, friends, associates, and longtime partner Bill Lauch, Howard is an intimate tribute to a once-in-a-generation talent and a rousing celebration of musical storytelling itself.

Feels like

  • Biographical Documentary
  • Musical Theater History
  • LGBTQ+ Icon
  • Behind-the-Scenes
  • Tribute to Creativity
  • Inspirational
  • Archival Footage
  • Broadway & Film
  • Poignant & Touching

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Don Hahn
Music by
Alan Menken

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Facts

April 22, 2018 · 1 h 33 min · PG

Released
April 22, 2018
Runtime
1 h 33 min
Age rating
PG
Genres
Documentary, Music
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
74 countries

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4 questions, like "Where can I stream Howard?"

Questions about Howard

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Howard?

In the United States, Howard streams on Disney+. It also streams in 73 other countries.

Is Howard worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 93%, and Metacritic 76). Critics rate it higher (85 out of 100) than audiences (74).

Is Howard okay for kids?

PG

Yes: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Howard plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.