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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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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Toussaint Egan

Polygon

Bursting at the seams with memorable characters, beautiful set pieces, and an inimitable performance by David Bowie.

Oct 22, 2021

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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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Alysha S

Even as an adult, the whole aesthetic creeps me out.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

11/18/24

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Lotts M

I can't watch this movie without feeling 10 years old again... an absolute classic that you can't help but sing to. Just a genuinely overall feel-good movie. 10/10 recommend.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/03/24

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I am a firm believer that this is one of the most iconic movies of all time. The visuals, the costumes, the set designs, detail thrives in every frame of this movie. There is truly nothing else like it. The storyline is fairly simple,but following Sarah along this strange otherworldly journey fills you with a sense of awe and adventure, especially when meeting so many unique and quirky characters along the way. Every moment is memorable and the music is masterfully done. This movie stands the test of time and is such an easy one to enjoy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/27/24

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Audience Member

Always been a huge fan of Jim Henson. The puppets in this movie are so out there and creepy. Man I miss David Bowie so much . I literally haven't seen this movie in so long maybe 20 years. Great songs by David Bowie. I think my favorite part is the door knockers. I forgot how young Jennifer Connelly is in this movie. 7/10 . I think it's a good movie.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

10/22/24

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Dallas H

I have lost count of how many times I've watched this movie. It's weird to watch as an adult, but with the mindset of a kid, it is randomly fun!

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

10/20/24

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Jareth the Goblin King

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Sarah

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Shelley Thompson

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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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