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Finding Neverland

2004·Movie
1h 46min·PG

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Big heart, strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension4

Heart

Wholesome and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome8
  • Pathos8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

A real life story, family, and fantasy

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and dialogue

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

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

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About

Where will your imagination take you?

During a writing slump, playwright J.M. Barrie meets a widow and her four children, all young boys—who soon become an important part of Barrie’s life and the inspiration that lead him to create his masterpiece. Peter Pan.
Biographical DramaLiterary InspirationFamily RelationshipsMagical RealismEmotional StorytellingOscar-NominatedHeartwarmingEarly 20th Century

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Finding Neverland

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Where can I stream Finding Neverland legally?

Finding Neverland is included with a subscription to fuboTV and Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. 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 Finding Neverland worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 83%, and Metacritic 67). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Finding Neverland rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Finding Neverland?

1 h 46 min

Finding Neverland runs 1 h 46 min.

Is Finding Neverland based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Finding Neverland?

Critics75
Audiences80

Yes. Critics average 75 and audiences 80 out of 100, so both groups see Finding Neverland much the same way.

Was Finding Neverland a box office hit?

Budget$25 million
Box office$117 million

Yes. It cost about $25 million to make and earned $117 million worldwide, 4.7 times its budget.

What language is Finding Neverland in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Finding Neverland?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Finding Neverland in 76 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Finding Neverland use?

Definitely Just a ColdWise Beyond Their YearsMr. ImaginationHeel–Face TurnGrowing Up SucksFantasy SequenceDeadpan SnarkerManchildThe Eleven O'Clock NumberAdaptation Species ChangeThat Liar LiesPromotion to Parentand 31 more

TV Tropes lists 43 storytelling tropes for Finding Neverland, including Definitely Just a Cold, Wise Beyond Their Years, Mr. Imagination.