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09/04/2004 Family, Fantasy, Comedy 1h 36m
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Get enchanted

Overview

Ella lives in a magical world in which each child, at the moment of their birth, is given a virtuous "gift" from a fairy godmother. Ella's so-called gift, however, is obedience. This birthright proves itself to be quite the curse once Ella finds herself in the hands of several unscrupulous characters whom she quite literally cannot disobey. Determined to gain control of her life and decisions, Ella sets off on a journey to find her fairy godmother who she hopes will lift the curse. The path, however, isn't easy -- Ella must outwit a slew of unpleasant obstacles including ogres, giants, wicked stepsisters, elves and Prince Charmont's evil uncle, who wants to take over the crown and rule the kingdom.

  1. Tommy O'Haver

    Director

Top billed cast

  1. Anne Hathaway

    Ella

  2. Hugh Dancy

    Char

  3. Cary Elwes

    Edgar

  4. Aidan McArdle

    Slannen

  5. Joanna Lumley

    Dame Olga

  6. Lucy Punch

    Hattie

  7. Jennifer Higham

    Olive

  8. Minnie Driver

    Mandy

  9. Eric Idle

    Narrator

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Reviews

A review by RalphRahal
Written by RalphRahal on 2025-01-05
Ella Enchanted is a whimsical fairy tale that manages to stand out, even if it doesn’t quite reach perfection. The first act does a great job introducing the characters, setting up the plot, and establishing the unique charm of this world. The second act keeps a solid pace, building on the adventure and humor, and it all leads to a satisfying climax in the final act. While the cinematography and editing aren't flawless, they don’t detract from the experience either, they're just there, doing their job without standing out.

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  2. The Black Cauldron64%
  3. The Hobbit66%
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  6. Oz the Great and Powerful59%
  7. The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian66%
  8. How the Grinch Stole Christmas67%
  9. Pinocchio62%
  10. Elf66%
  11. Family Switch63%
  12. A Boy Called Christmas72%
  13. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs71%
  14. Disenchanted67%
  15. Maleficent: Mistress of Evil72%
  16. Strange Magic72%
  17. Wolfwalkers81%
  18. Cinderella66%
  19. Clifford the Big Red Dog71%
  20. Peter Pan71%

Status
Released

Original Language
English

Budget
$31,000,000.00

Revenue
$27,400,000.00

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