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Pete's Dragon

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Pete's Dragon

PG

Released Aug 12, 2016

1h 43m

Kids & Family

Fantasy

Adventure

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Mr. Meacham (Robert Redford), a woodcarver, delights local children with stories of a mysterious dragon that lives deep in the woods of the Pacific Northwest. His daughter Grace (Bryce Dallas Howard) believes these are just tall tales, until she meets Pete (Oakes Fegley), a 10-year-old orphan who says he lives in the woods with a giant, friendly dragon. With help from a young girl named Natalie (Oona Laurence), Grace sets out to investigate if this fantastic claim can be true.

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Critics Consensus

Pete's Dragon continues Disney's current live-action winning streak with an update that gives the original a visual overhaul without overwhelming its sweet, soulful charm.

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Kristen Lopez

Spectrum Culture

Pete's Dragon is family entertainment at its best.

Rated: 4.5/5

Nov 20, 2017

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K. Austin Collins

The Ringer

[Pete's Dragon] is a tentpole movie that feels personal.

Aug 10, 2017

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Ed Potton

Times (UK)

A remake of the equally unmemorable children's film of 1977,

Rated: 2/5

Oct 10, 2016

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Brendan Cassidy

InSession Film

In what can only be considered a truly mediocre summer movie season, Pete’s Dragon emerges with honesty and authentic beauty, and carries that beauty on its wings as it flies forward.

Rated: A

Jun 18, 2024

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Sean Axmaker

Stream on Demand

There’s an authentic gentleness to the story and a joyous thrill to the bucolic adventure.

May 6, 2023

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

Nothing about the film feels forced or overstated, and even the most predictable of plot machinations feel authentic under Lowery's capable direction.

Rated: 4/4

Apr 11, 2022

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Stephen C

1 hour and 43 minutes of fantasy. Rated PG for Brief Language, Action and Peril!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Based on the first movie of the same name!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/17/25

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Juliana L

This movie was literally the highlight of 2016 for me. Pete's Dragon, The Jungle Book, and Monster Trucks are three films I remember watching and genuinely enjoying that year, and they bring back awesome memories for me. This reimagining of Pete's Dragon is a big upgrade from the goofy-styled musical original, and it was very fun to see when it was on the big screen. Worth watching and re-watching over and over again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/28/25

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S V

In my opinion, the 1977 film is far superior. I didn't enjoy this version at all.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

04/16/25

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Alexander B

Pete's Dragon is an absolute joy to watch! The story is simple yet full of joy, heartbreak, and wonder. It's an "in the feels" feel-good movie that's a must see with the family!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/12/25

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Carey C

The LAST great film by disney. A fresh exhilarating take on the classic that feels genuine. Great family movie! Disney has since forgotten how to make movies like this.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/22/24

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TROY S

Pete's Dragon is a beautiful new take on a beloved film.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/11/24

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Synopsis

Mr. Meacham (Robert Redford), a woodcarver, delights local children with stories of a mysterious dragon that lives deep in the woods of the Pacific Northwest. His daughter Grace (Bryce Dallas Howard) believes these are just tall tales, until she meets Pete (Oakes Fegley), a 10-year-old orphan who says he lives in the woods with a giant, friendly dragon. With help from a young girl named Natalie (Oona Laurence), Grace sets out to investigate if this fantastic claim can be true.

Director: David Lowery
Producer: James Whitaker
Screenwriter: David Lowery, Toby Halbrooks, Malcolm Marmorstein
Distributor: Walt Disney
Production Co: Walt Disney Productions, Whitaker Entertainment, Vineyard Productions
Rating: PG (Brief Language|Action|Peril)
Genre: Kids & Family, Fantasy, Adventure
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 12, 2016, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 29, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $555
Runtime: 1h 43m
Sound Mix: Datasat, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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