Won't You Be My Neighbor?

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Won't You Be My Neighbor?

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Released Jun 29, 2018

1h 34m

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Filmmaker Morgan Neville examines the life and legacy of Fred Rogers, the beloved host of the popular children's TV show "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood."

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Critics Consensus

Won't You Be My Neighbor? takes a fittingly patient and honest look at the life and legacy of a television pioneer whose work has enriched generations.

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J. R. Jones

Chicago Reader

This gentle, positive treatment of Rogers coincides with the show's values but devalues his enormous social importance.

Mar 24, 2020

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Leslie Felperin

Guardian

This documentary by Morgan Neville reveals that he really was just what he seemed to be at first innocent sight: a kind-hearted, square but saintly man who genuinely loved and understood children in a pure, sincere way.

Rated: 4/5

Nov 10, 2018

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Hannah Strong

Little White Lies

Not beyond reproach, but a fitting tribute to a pop culture icon.

Rated: 4/5

Nov 7, 2018

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Bianca Garner

Filmotomy

The documentary is a love letter to a man who helped shape a generation of children, and it should be seen to remind us all that love will always triumph hate.

Oct 11, 2024

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Ryan McQuade

InSession Film

Morgan Neville is the new king of documentaries, and I’m fascinated in what subject he will tackle next.

Apr 4, 2024

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Don Shanahan

Every Movie Has a Lesson

Without question and to use his word of "special," special care was paid to a special subject for a must-see and purifying viewing experience.

Rated: 5/5

Jun 26, 2022

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Kevin P

A very sweet and touching deep dive into Mr. Rogers' history and personal philosophy of teaching children emotional intelligence while grappling with his own personal dilemmas.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

12/22/24

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Garrett B

Good heartfelt documentary of a man who changed the way of children’s television for years to come.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

11/20/24

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Christian T

This movie is a masterpiece about the life of a man's who's life was a masterpiece.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/20/24

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John H

Amazing documentary about Fred Rogers. I was on of Mr Rogers kids so it means so much

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/05/24

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Alec B

I like how seriously the movie takes Rogers' philosophy, examining not just its effectiveness but how it proved to be a reflection of deeply complex man.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/05/24

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Pifase

Don't think it was as good as the source material and it felt like a Horror movie at times.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

11/05/23

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Won't You Be My Neighbor?: Official Clip - Mister Rogers & Jeff Erlanger

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Won't You Be My Neighbor?: Official Clip - Fred Rogers' Death

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Won't You Be My Neighbor?: Official Clip - Mister Rogers & Theme Weeks

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Won't You Be My Neighbor?: Official Clip - Tackling Issues

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Won't You Be My Neighbor?: Official Clip - Mister Rogers Saves PBS

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Won't You Be My Neighbor?: Official Clip - What Would Fred Rogers Do?

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Won't You Be My Neighbor?: Official Clip - I Love You Just The Way You Are

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Synopsis

Filmmaker Morgan Neville examines the life and legacy of Fred Rogers, the beloved host of the popular children's TV show "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood."

Director: Morgan Neville
Producer: Caryn Capotosto, Nicholas Ma
Distributor: Focus Features
Production Co: Tremolo Productions
Rating: PG-13 (Some Thematic Elements|Language)
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 29, 2018, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 21, 2018
Box Office (Gross USA): $22.6M
Runtime: 1h 34m

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