The Sound of Music

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The Sound of Music

G

Released Mar 2, 1965

2h 54m

Kids & Family

Musical

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A tuneful, heartwarming story, it is based on the real life story of the Von Trapp Family singers, one of the world's best-known concert groups in the era immediately preceding World War II. Julie Andrews plays the role of Maria, the tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey who becomes a governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children, and brings a new love of life and music into the home.

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Critics Consensus

Unapologetically sweet and maybe even a little corny, The Sound of Music will win over all but the most cynical filmgoers with its classic songs and irresistible warmth.

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Kevin Maher

The Times (UK)

Whether you enjoy it as a fun family singalong or a moving true story, this classic still bounces along in a tremendously likeable fashion.

Dec 27, 2023

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William J. Nazzaro

Arizona Republic

It is not a bold, adventuresome motion picture, nor does it advance the art of the film even a trifle. What it is, and this is what the producers must have intended, is tuneful, uncomplicated entertainment, expensively set before the viewer.

Mar 30, 2022

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Bob Thomas

Associated Press

The last of the Rodgers-Hammer-stein collaborations, The Sound of Music is the best screen version of their works.

Feb 5, 2020

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Allison Rose

FlickDirect

The Sound of Music remains an uplifting treasure with Andrews, Plummer, and Rodgers & Hammerstein’s timeless songs capturing hearts for 60 years.

Rated: 5/5

Oct 2, 2025

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Jon Negroni

InBetweenDrafts

The movie hurts. It stings. Too many simply remember it as some happy-go-lucky singalong, but absolutely not. The Sound of Music breaks your heart.

Mar 10, 2025

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

The Sound of Music may be schmaltz, but it’s irresistible schmaltz.

Rated: 3.5/4

Mar 2, 2024

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HN

Was wonderful to see on a big screen.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/06/25

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Amelia

It was a beautiful experience getting to see this movie in theaters with my parents ❤️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/05/25

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Marcena

It was amazing seeing the full-length film on the big screen! The seating and sound was wonderful in the theatre, so a definite pleasure.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/23/25

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Lori G

I have watched this one since I was a little girl and have yet to get tired of it! Seeing it in the movie theater was magical!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/22/25

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Eric Rainwater

The Sound of Music is one of the greatest movies ever made! Emotionally compelling! Perfectly cast! The music underscoring throughout is incredibly well-crafted and stimulating. Removing all the songs which Max and the Baroness sing in the Broadway play was a stroke of genius! It lifted the story to a whole new level! The cinematography, especially for the evening scenes outdoors, are nothing less than beautiful and dreamlike! The director and choreographer knew exactly how to create a visual masterpiece! Of the younger six children, the director chose Angela Cartwright wisely for many of the most responsible parts and lines and she handled that role flawlessly! I am always brought to tears when I watch this movie and am tearful now as I write this review. I saw this movie in the theater when it was first released. I was only 10 years old. I left the theater delightfully singing so many of those perfectly written songs. It was one of the most indelible experiences of my life!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/20/25

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David I

Theres a reason why this movie is considered a classic. With music that is timeless, engaging performances by the entire cast and spectacular cinematography, it was such a pleasure to sit back and be swept away.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/29/25

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Synopsis

A tuneful, heartwarming story, it is based on the real life story of the Von Trapp Family singers, one of the world's best-known concert groups in the era immediately preceding World War II. Julie Andrews plays the role of Maria, the tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey who becomes a governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children, and brings a new love of life and music into the home.

Director: Robert Wise
Producer: Robert Wise
Screenwriter: Oscar Hammerstein II, Richard Rodgers, Howard Lindsay, Russel Crouse, Ernest Lehman
Distributor: 20th Century Fox
Production Co: Argyle Enterprises, Twentieth Century Fox
Rating: G
Genre: Kids & Family, Musical
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 2, 1965, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters): Sep 12, 2025
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 19, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $109.0K
Runtime: 2h 54m
Sound Mix: Stereo, Magnetic Stereo 6 Track
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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