A Little Princess

1987·Show
6Episodes in1Season
79
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.4Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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A Little Princess fingerprint

Big heart, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Deeply moving and uplifting

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Pathos9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Coming of Age9

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, growing up, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and storytelling

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Sara Crewe is the pampered daughter of an army colonel in a Victorian London girls' school. But when her father dies, penniless, Sara becomes a skivvy in Miss Michin's school, befriended only by the scullery maid, Becky, her friends Ermengarde and Lottie, a little monkey, a lascar, and the mysterious man next door. Based upon the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett.
Classic Children's DramaVictorian Historical FictionResilience & AdversityHeartwarming & UpliftingComing-of-Age StoryInspirational NarrativeFriendship & KindnessFamily-Friendly ViewingCharacter-Driven Story

Crew

Directed by:
Carol Wiseman
Written by:
Jeremy Burnham
Produced by:
Colin Shindler, Colin Schindler
Composed by:
Rachel Portman

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about A Little Princess

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Where can I stream A Little Princess legally?

PrimePluto TVAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TV

A Little Princess is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is A Little Princess worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 8.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is A Little Princess rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does A Little Princess have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 6 episodes.

When did A Little Princess air?

It ran from 1987 to 1987 and has ended.

What language is A Little Princess in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch A Little Princess?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for A Little Princess in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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