Barbie in the Nutcracker

2001

1h 16m

Kids & Family

Fantasy

Animation

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20%

5 Reviews

Tomatometer

59%

10,000+ Ratings

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Clara wakes up one night and discovers her nutcracker has come to life and needs her help to defeat the evil Mouse King.

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Rachel Wagner

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It looks rough... [but] I think that in this case there are enough other things working that I can handle it.

Rated: 7/10

Feb 21, 2019

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Joly Herman

Common Sense Media

A more passive-than-usual Barbie in lackluster holiday tale.

Rated: 2/5

Dec 19, 2010

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Michael Szymanski

International Press Academy

Rated: 0/5

Oct 7, 2005

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Emanuel Levy

EmanuelLevy.Com

Rated: 2/5

Aug 11, 2005

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Reel.com

Rated: 1.5/4

Dec 16, 2002

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Celine L

The birth of the Barbie multiverse. A nice mix of ballet, romance and girlbossification

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

04/26/24

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Sailor M

I don't like the dancing too much but other than that it's okay

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

03/19/24

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matthias s

"Barbie in the Nutcracker" pirouettes into a whimsical world, dazzling young hearts with its enchanting animation. Tim Curry's sinister vocals as the nefarious Mouse King give the film a deliciously villainous edge, adding depth to the cast. The character design, especially the Nutcracker himself, is a visual feast that brings the tale to life. Ah, the music! Tchaikovsky's timeless compositions elevate this Barbie adventure to celestial heights. They whisk you away on a melodic journey, serving as the movie's crown jewel. Yet, amidst this splendor, the story tiptoes a familiar path. Predictable twists may dull adult senses, but for the intended audience; kids, it's a magical tapestry they can get lost in. Its thin plot threads and anticipated resolutions are forgiven in the glow of childhood wonder. "Barbie in the Nutcracker" isn't just a movie; it's a treasure trove of nostalgia. For many, like me and my sister, it's a cherished relic of those VHS days, an enduring classic that continues to sprinkle joy across generations.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

12/06/23

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Chynna B

The animation is beautiful. The film is well thought out. I loved the twist at the end of the film. I have so many positive memories of this film from my childhood.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/21/23

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Hej med dig jeg hedder K

Fantastic but No bibble

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/02/23

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MyBackIsSpaghetti _

Just because it's your childhood movie doesn't make it good. The Barbie movies all sucked, admit it

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

03/01/23

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Owen Hurley

Director

Kelly Sheridan

Barbie

Kirby Morrow

Nutcracker

Tim Curry

Mouse King

Peter Kelamis

Pimm

Christopher Gaze

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Synopsis

Clara wakes up one night and discovers her nutcracker has come to life and needs her help to defeat the evil Mouse King.

Director: Owen Hurley
Producer: Asaph Fipke, Rob Hudnut, Ian Pearson
Screenwriter: Linda Engelsiepen, Hilary Hinckle, Rob Hudnut
Genre: Kids & Family, Fantasy, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 1, 2015
Runtime: 1h 16m
Sound Mix: Stereo

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