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Labyrinth

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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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Jim Henson

Director

David Bowie

Jareth the Goblin King

Jennifer Connelly

Sarah

Toby Froud

Toby

Shelley Thompson

Stepmother

Christopher Malcolm

Father

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Sarah Marshall Bitch Media 02/09/2021
[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. Go to Full Review Tasha Robinson AV Club 12/20/2019
B+
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. Go to Full Review Steven D. Greydanus Decent Films 09/21/2007
C
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. Go to Full Review Brian Orndorf Blu-ray.com Mar 8
A-
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. Go to Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy 02/17/2024
3/4
David Bowie is regal in a role for which Mick Jagger, Sting, and Michael Jackson were also considered. Go to Full Review Josh Winning Radio Times 05/06/2022
4/5
Labyrinth is a wholly unique dark fairy tale that enchants from start to finish. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Brooke 03/11/2024 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! See more Sarah N. @sadieford613 Dec 9 One of my childhood favorites! Love love love the whole dang movie... You remind me of the ba be a See more Claire A. @Blueberrymeileg_707 Dec 2 ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!!! I remember watching Labyrinth when I was young, even though I could hardly even retain anything. I came across some videos that would occasionally pop up on my feed on Tik Tok, or just anywhere online, so I was tempted to watch it. And O.M.G. I have fallen head over heels for this awsome movie, that is like no other. The actors, characters, storyline, MUSIC, emotional connection, etc! And, my stunning David Bowie 😍😍😍. Please watch Labyrinth if you’re thinking of it, because it really is amazing as people say it is. See more Natalie D Nov 26 A cultural icon, a childhood cornerstone, and a fresh breath of adventure. See more Jonny5 B. @JDGodzilla95 Nov 20 Very creative by Jim Handson, watching it for the first time it was strange but entertaining and enjoyable. See more Dave H Nov 15 Quite simply the best kids movie ever made. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

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, Adventure
Original Language
British English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 27, 1986, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters)
Jan 8, 2026
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 9, 2011
Box Office (Gross USA)
$12.1M
Runtime
1h 41m
Sound Mix
Surround
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