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Cinderella

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Cinderella

PG

Released Mar 13, 2015

1h 45m

Kids & Family

Fantasy

Romance

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After her father unexpectedly dies, young Ella (Lily James) finds herself at the mercy of her cruel stepmother (Cate Blanchett) and stepsisters, who reduce her to scullery maid. Despite her circumstances, she refuses to despair. An invitation to a palace ball gives Ella hope that she might reunite with the dashing stranger (Richard Madden) she met in the woods, but her stepmother prevents her from going. Help arrives in the form of a kindly beggar woman who has a magic touch for ordinary things.

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Critics Consensus

Refreshingly traditional in a revisionist era, Kenneth Branagh's Cinderella proves Disney hasn't lost any of its old-fashioned magic.

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Jason Bailey

Flavorwire

It's such a rote recitation of a story we've heard a thousand times that it's hard to imagine why on earth they're telling it to us again.

May 28, 2016

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Emily St. James

Vox

A good story can cover up all manner of sins. But that ball gown is indicative of the film's whole approach - covering a thin, needlessly bloated story with beautiful surfaces.

Rated: 2/5

Dec 17, 2015

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Chris Stuckmann

ChrisStuckmann.com

If the young girl who sat in front of me is to speak for children everywhere, they are going to adore this film.

Rated: B

Apr 17, 2015

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

There are moments of CGI animal nonsense that seem to exist completely separate from the live-action beauty Branagh has created, and that awkward juxtaposition leaves the entire film feeling uneven, at times admirable, and at others condemnable.

Rated: 2/4

Jun 21, 2022

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Therese Lacson

Nerdophiles

There really is no other word to describe this film other than enchanting.

Rated: 4/5

Oct 9, 2021

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Nikki Baughan

AWFJ.org

Ultimately, this is a straight-up adaptation of a childhood classic and its timeless mix of traditional magic and romance should continue to enthrall.

Oct 7, 2021

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TheSheetMaskLady

Such a beautiful portrayal of one of Disney’s classics.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/10/25

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Molly P

The one and only of the Disney live actions that I actually liked. And I didn't like it I LOVED it. It was true to the sweet story told in 1950 but also gave Cinderella some depth and strength. The dance in the ballroom made my inner 8 year-old little girl sigh and even choke up a little it was so beautiful and romantic!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

05/03/25

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JOHN LASER M

This is the best disney live action remake to date (April 18, 2025). Disney did it perfectly from cinematography to sounds and effects.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/18/25

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Ava A

This is by far one of the top two live action movies disney has ever made. The costume design was remarkable and the acting was absolutely perfect. Lilly James and Cate Blanchett delivered phenomenal performances leaving me in awe. Both the tragedy and whimsy of this film were woven in perfectly delivering great themes. Cinderella was a strong character who never wavered in her morals and conviction for life. While the main theme of the movie can be a bit on the nose at times (have courage and be kind), it is a great lesson for life which Lilly James embodied perfectly i. her treatment of every character. The movie was stunning in every moment and the score was amazing.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/15/25

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nion h

I can say that this is truly the best Disney princess live action ever made.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/15/25

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Lorena S

Couldn't have chosen a better Ella, Lily James was wonderful. A slight twist, but magical. My 4 year olds favorite live action.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/14/25

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Synopsis

After her father unexpectedly dies, young Ella (Lily James) finds herself at the mercy of her cruel stepmother (Cate Blanchett) and stepsisters, who reduce her to scullery maid. Despite her circumstances, she refuses to despair. An invitation to a palace ball gives Ella hope that she might reunite with the dashing stranger (Richard Madden) she met in the woods, but her stepmother prevents her from going. Help arrives in the form of a kindly beggar woman who has a magic touch for ordinary things.

Director: Kenneth Branagh
Producer: Simon Kinberg, Allison Shearmur, David Barron
Screenwriter: Chris Weitz
Distributor: Walt Disney
Production Co: Kinberg Genre, Beaglepug, Allison Shearmur
Rating: PG (Mild Thematic Elements)
Genre: Kids & Family, Fantasy, Romance
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 13, 2015, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 15, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $201.2M
Runtime: 1h 45m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital

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