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The Merry Widow

1925·Movie
2h 17min·NR
86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

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A , romance movie: , .

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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The gloriously intoxicating love story of the Merry Widow and her Prince Charming, is revealed at last in a picture production which will take your breath away!

Prince Danilo falls in love with dancer Sally O'Hara. However, his uncle, King Nikita I of Monteblanco, forbids the marriage due to her being a commoner. Thinking she's been jilted by her prince, Sally marries lecherous old Baron Sadoja, whose wealth has kept the kingdom afloat. When he suddenly dies, Sally must be wooed all over again by Danilo.
Silent Romantic ComedyOperetta AdaptationClass Conflict RomanceGlorious Technicolor-Era AestheticsErnst Lubitsch TouchMusical SpectacleWhimsical Court IntrigueTimeless CharmVisual Elegance

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Where can I stream The Merry Widow?

In the United States, The Merry Widow streams on Artiflix, and it is free with ads on Public Domain Movies, Tubi TV, and Filmtap. It also streams in 138 other countries.

Is The Merry Widow worth watching?

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86 (IMDb 7.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (75).

Is The Merry Widow okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is The Merry Widow good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Will I feel good after watching The Merry Widow?

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Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 7 for wholesome.