Ever After: A Cinderella Story

PG-13

Released Jul 29, 1998

2 hr. 2 min.

Romance

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91%

66 Reviews

Tomatometer

84%

250,000+ Ratings

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This updated adaptation of the classic fairytale tells the story of Danielle (Drew Barrymore), a vibrant young woman who is forced into servitude after the death of her father. Danielle's stepmother Rodmilla (Anjelica Huston) is a heartless woman who forces Danielle to do the cooking and cleaning, while she tries to marry off her own two daughters. But Danielle's life takes a wonderful turn when she meets the charming Prince Henry (Dougray Scott).

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Critics Consensus

Ever After is a sweet, frothy twist on the ancient fable, led by a solid turn from star Barrymore.

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Anthony E

This is the kind of Cinderella film that amplifies the integrity of the characters and overall storytelling of the fairytale we're all accustomed to by offering a more worldly standpoint; some points from yore that were left to be desired are highlighted as it shows in this film. This movie shows our Cinderella character, Danielle, as more assertive, yet vulnerable at times, which is balanced well between her developing relationship with the prince throughout the movie, as well as her dealing with her stepmother and stepsisters, which does help the story remarkably well. It's an overall refreshing retelling of a classic fairytale that just can't be missed.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

04/24/24

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Courtney W

This movie was so far ahead of it's time. Which is ironic since it's set in the past. Anyways, Danielle de Barabarac is easily one of my all time favorite characters on film; Drew Barrymore did a fantastic job playing her.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/04/24

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Ash P

Out of all Cinderella movies, this and the Rodger's and Hammerstein's Cinderella are my all time favorites. The chemistry between Danielle and the prince were well written as much as the side characters who are all likable as well as Anjelica Huston playing the evil stepmother. The drama and the romance was a good enough magical mix as the actors put their all into their roles. Not much of a problem at all but a happily ever after as this movie has been since I was in middle school and good to see this again as I'm older. 10/10.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/09/23

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Hannah T

This has been my favourite movie since I was a little girl. Drew Barrymore is great in this and the story line in great!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/29/23

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St L

One of my favourite movies of all time! Great twist on the classic Cinderella story. Love the actors and creativity

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/14/23

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Kornelija p

I love this movie so much! Everything is perfect, the vibes, the story… the humour !! One of my faves ! They don't make them like this anymore

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/20/23

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Andy Tennant

Director

Drew Barrymore

Danielle De Barbarac

Anjelica Huston

Baroness Rodmilla De Ghent

Dougray Scott

Prince Henry

Patrick Godfrey

Leonardo da Vinci

Megan Dodds

Marguerite De Ghent

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Lisa Alspector

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Drew Barrymore plays the complicated belle of the climactic ball and develops a convincing intellectually based friendship with the prince.

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Leonard Klady

Variety

The script by Susannah Grant, Rick Parks and director Andy Tennant successfully maintains the story's period trappings while introducing a heroine with modern resonance.

Jul 1, 2008

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Wally Hammond

Time Out

Given that this is adolescent romance, never straying far from traditional stereotypes, its 'progressive' feel-good aura is mainly down to Barrymore, whose limitations are only exposed in big love scenes.

Jan 26, 2006

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Wesley Lovell

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This is a fun film that I would recommend to anyone who enjoys medieval literature or motion pictures and especially those out there who love fantasy.

Rated: 3/4

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Rachel Wagner

rachelsreviews.net

Drew Barrymoore and Dougray Scott have great chemistry together.

Rated: A-

Apr 30, 2019

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Betty Jo Tucker

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'Ever After' presents a plucky Cinderella for today's women and beyond.

Mar 20, 2015

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Synopsis

This updated adaptation of the classic fairytale tells the story of Danielle (Drew Barrymore), a vibrant young woman who is forced into servitude after the death of her father. Danielle's stepmother Rodmilla (Anjelica Huston) is a heartless woman who forces Danielle to do the cooking and cleaning, while she tries to marry off her own two daughters. But Danielle's life takes a wonderful turn when she meets the charming Prince Henry (Dougray Scott).

Director: Andy Tennant
Screenwriter: Andy Tennant, Susannah Grant, Rick Parks
Distributor: 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment, 20th Century Fox, Buena Vista Pictures
Production Co: 20th Century Fox
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Romance
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 29, 1998, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 25, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $65.7M
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital, Surround
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1), 35mm

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