The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

1999Movie1 h 45 min

58
DecentGoodWatch score

A nostalgic, wholesome fantasy movie about history.

Good for family movie night · friends night · kids

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Not for big ideas, brutality or tears.

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Story

The headless horseman rides again.

Ichabod Crane, a Yankee wanderer, arrives in Sleepy Hollow and becomes the new schoolmaster. He meets Katrina Van Tassel, and blissfully fantasizes about how can marry her, ultimately, inherit her father's rich estate. Her suitor Brom Bones, the blacksmith, wants to scare him away and dresses up as the legendary Headless Horseman. During the prank, the real ghost appears and drives Ichabod off

Feels like

  • Classic Disney Adaptation
  • Halloween Essential
  • Gentle Gothic Atmosphere
  • Musical Folk Tale
  • Nostalgic Americana
  • Family Friendly Spooky
  • Traditional Animation Charm
  • Romantic Comedy of Errors
  • Irving Literary Heritage
  • Whimsical Supernatural

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Pierre Gang

Everyone

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Facts

October 23, 1999 · 1 h 45 min · Fantasy, Horror, Mystery

Released
October 23, 1999
Runtime
1 h 45 min
Genres
Fantasy, Horror, Mystery
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
129 countries

Q&A

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Questions about The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Legend of Sleepy Hollow worth watching?

58
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58 (IMDb 5.2).

Is The Legend of Sleepy Hollow okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will The Legend of Sleepy Hollow scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

Not much for a horror movie: scares are rated 5 of 10 and tension 4.

Can I half-watch The Legend of Sleepy Hollow?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.