Pete's Dragon (1977)
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Reviews Counted:19
Fresh:10
Rotten:9
Average Rating:4.8/10
Runtime: 2 hrs 9 mins
Genre: Childrens
Synopsis: This heartwarming musical blends animation and music to highlight the story of a young boy who is befriended by a delightful dragon. The film features charming performances from Mickey Rooney,... This heartwarming musical blends animation and music to highlight the story of a young boy who is befriended by a delightful dragon. The film features charming performances from Mickey Rooney, Helen Reddy, Jim Dale, Shelley Winters, and the great Red Buttons. An ITA Award winner. Academy Award Nominations: Best Original Song ("Candle on the Water"), Best Original Song Score. [More]
Starring: Helen Reddy, Mickey Rooney, Jim Dale, Red Buttons
Starring: Helen Reddy, Mickey Rooney, Jim Dale, Red Buttons, Shelley Winters, Sean Marshall, Charles Tyner, Charlie Callas, Jane Kean, Jeff Conaway, Jim Backus, Robert Foulk
Director: Don Chaffey
Director: Don Chaffey
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Another not very charming but harmless fusion of animation and good old real-life. Full Review |
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The dragon itself grunts, grins and goofs around, but isn't half as appealing as its creators obviously hoped. More character and better animation would have helped. Full Review |
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Boring, annoying and not funny, Pete's Dragon is one of the dullest films from Disney that I've ever seen. Full Review |
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In the overall realm of Disney magic, Pete's Dragon is a card trick rather than a grand illusion. Full Review |
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As a testament to its founder's legacy, this is still somewhat lesser Disney. But when viewed in combination for what passes as House of Mouse merriment today ...it's utterly brilliant. Full Review |
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The film lacks the emotional complexity and classic status of previous Disney films. Full Review |
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An enchanting and humane fable. Full Review |
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Average Disney, a disappointment if you expect another 'Mary Poppins.'
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You don't often see children's musicals as ambitious as this one any more. Full Review |
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This movie sucked so bad, I even hated it as a kid.
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A Touching, humourous, and ultimately warm family film.
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Latest News for Pete's Dragon
July 13, 2006:
R.I.P. Red Buttons
Red Buttons, the beloved red-haired comedian and songwriter whose career spanned seven decades, died Thursday of vascular disease after a long illness. He was 87 years old. More...
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