Labyrinth

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Labyrinth

PG

Released Jun 27, 1986

1h 41m

Fantasy

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Frustrated with babysitting on yet another weekend night, Sarah (Jennifer Connelly), a teenager with an active imagination, summons the Goblins to take her baby stepbrother away. When little Toby actually disappears, Sarah must follow him into a fantastical world to rescue him from the Goblin King (David Bowie). Guarding his castle is the labyrinth itself, a twisted maze of deception, populated with outrageous characters and unknown dangers. To get through it in time to save Toby, Sarah befriends the Goblins, in hopes that their loyalty isn't just another illusion in a place where nothing is as it seems.

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Critics Consensus

While it's arguably more interesting on a visual level, Labyrinth provides further proof of director Jim Henson's boundless imagination.

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Sarah Marshall

Bitch Media

[David Bowie's] labyrinth, frightening as it was, was also a place where you could encounter what confused you and find out who you really were and what you were capable of. It was always worth the trip.

Feb 9, 2021

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Tasha Robinson

AV Club

While the off-kilter rock songs Bowie wrote and performed for the film are far from his best work, his character performance is gloriously iconic, a perfect blend of predatory, leering rock star and hurt, rejected emo lover.

Rated: B+

Dec 20, 2019

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Steven D. Greydanus

Decent Films

Plays like The Wizard of Oz or Alice in Wonderland crossed with a middling episode of "The Muppet Show" guest-starring David Bowie … suffers from a distinct lack of charm.

Rated: C

Sep 21, 2007

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Brian Orndorf

Blu-ray.com

Perhaps "Labyrinth" isn't as commanding as "The Dark Crystal," but themes resonate and a sense of humor is welcome, turning the picture into a highly amusing viewing experience. It also provides another reminder of Henson's special brilliance.

Rated: A-

Mar 8, 2025

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

David Bowie is regal in a role for which Mick Jagger, Sting, and Michael Jackson were also considered.

Rated: 3/4

Feb 17, 2024

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Josh Winning

Radio Times

Labyrinth is a wholly unique dark fairy tale that enchants from start to finish.

Rated: 4/5

May 6, 2022

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Brooke

Labyrinth is my favorite movie and it was so exciting to see it in a theatre on the big screen with surround sound. I brought my boys and we had so much fun!! Thank you for screening it!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/11/24

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Alexander T

This movie is amazing. It’s super nostalgic and has a cool plot. It’s probably one of my favorite movies. It is also very entertaining. Even if your like 50 you should still watch this.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/14/25

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Emma F

David Bowie shines in this Jim Henson masterpiece.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

05/08/25

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Julian S

The real magic is in the casting, with Connelly, just a teenager, holding her own next to the magnetic Bowie. LABYRINTH is a fantasy gem that never fades.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/10/25

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james o

the film have borrow and influenced from Grimm's Fairy Tales, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, The Wizard of Oz and the works of Maurice Sendak.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/08/25

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bob c

I watched this film when I was a child, around 7 years old and it was amazing! it gave me a melancholic feeling. I wish I could watch it for the first time again, the plot was awesome, the baby was annoying but the caterpillar in the maze was probably my second fav character (Sarah being 1st) because of it's cuteness :). It might not be for everyone, but for those who appreciate practical effects, fantasy storytelling and 80s nostalgia, it's a gem. WOULD RECOMMEND

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/23/25

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Sarah

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Synopsis

Frustrated with babysitting on yet another weekend night, Sarah (Jennifer Connelly), a teenager with an active imagination, summons the Goblins to take her baby stepbrother away. When little Toby actually disappears, Sarah must follow him into a fantastical world to rescue him from the Goblin King (David Bowie). Guarding his castle is the labyrinth itself, a twisted maze of deception, populated with outrageous characters and unknown dangers. To get through it in time to save Toby, Sarah befriends the Goblins, in hopes that their loyalty isn't just another illusion in a place where nothing is as it seems.

Director: Jim Henson
Producer: Eric Rattray
Screenwriter: Dennis Lee, Jim Henson, Terry Jones, Elaine May
Distributor: Columbia Tristar, TriStar Pictures
Production Co: Lucasfilm Ltd., TriStar Pictures
Rating: PG
Genre: Fantasy
Original Language: British English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 27, 1986, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters): Mar 6, 2024
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 9, 2011
Box Office (Gross USA): $12.1M
Runtime: 1h 41m
Sound Mix: Surround

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