5.7
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Dragon Rider
2020·Movie
·1h 40min·
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High energy.
Energy
Fast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Hopeful and wondrous
Much of it is about growing up.
- Hopefulness8
- Wonder8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Some slapstick and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy6
- Situational Comedy5
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Fantasy and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Narrative Structure6
- Intrigue6
- Direction5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighFast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
Dragon Rider is fast-paced and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wondrous
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, wondrous, and wholesome. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome slapstick and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy and growing up
Its world is built around fantasy and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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An unlikely trio of heroes – a dragon, a boy and a forest brownie – embark on an epic adventure to find the “Rim of Heaven” - the mythological safe haven for all dragons.
Family-Friendly AdventureCGI Animated FantasyDragons and Mythical CreaturesQuest for a Hidden WorldLighthearted HumorComing-of-Age ThemesVisually AppealingPositive Message
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Questions about Dragon Rider
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Dragon Rider worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 5.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Dragon Rider?
1 h 40 min
Dragon Rider runs 1 h 40 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Dragon Rider?
Critics80
Audiences49
Not quite. Critics rate Dragon Rider higher (80) than audiences (49). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Dragon Rider a box office hit?
Budget$18 million
Box office$7 million
No. It cost about $18 million to make and earned $7 million worldwide, 39% of its budget.
What language is Dragon Rider in?
EnglishGerman
It was made in English, with some German. Produced in Belgium, Germany.
In how many countries can I watch Dragon Rider?
88
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+74GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Dragon Rider in 88 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Dragon Rider use?
Magic FeatherDies Differently in AdaptationTurned Against Their MastersAdaptational VillainyAdapted OutHappily AdoptedGlowing EyesAlways a Bigger FishDark and Troubled PastMechanical MonsterDragon RiderShout-Outand 1 more
TV Tropes lists 13 storytelling tropes for Dragon Rider, including Magic Feather, Dies Differently in Adaptation, Turned Against Their Masters.