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The Fox and the Child

2007·Movie
1h 36min·G
57
DecentGoodWatch score

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Striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle5
  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Wonder8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

Everyday modern life and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

A young girl of about 10 years lives in a solitary peasant's house on the edge of the jurassic mountains in the East of France. One day in autumn, when she is on her way to school through the forest, she observes a hunting fox. Of course, the fox flees from her, but the girl feels a strong desire to meet the fox again.
Children's FilmNature ExplorationFrench CinemaComing-of-Age StoryAnimal FriendshipEnvironmental ThemesVisually BeautifulEducationalHeartwarming

Sequels and Prequels

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Where can I stream The Fox and the Child legally?

You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free. 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 The Fox and the Child worth watching?

57
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Fox and the Child rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is The Fox and the Child?

1 h 36 min

The Fox and the Child runs 1 h 36 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Fox and the Child?

Critics50
Audiences66

Not quite. Audiences rate The Fox and the Child higher (66) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Fox and the Child a box office hit?

Budget$13 million
Box office$30 million

Yes. It cost about $13 million to make and earned $30 million worldwide, 2.3 times its budget.

What language is The Fox and the Child in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch The Fox and the Child?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Fox and the Child in 11 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.