Cinderella
Seen it?2015 | 105 min | Romance, Fantasy, Family, Drama
Saturday SpecialWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It made about 6 times its budget, it earned strong reviews (84% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it's still drawing plenty of interest. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for romantics, fantasy fans and families. If you loved Cinderella, start here.
- The mood
- Warm and romantic, feel-good.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 45 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.
When her father unexpectedly passes away, young Ella finds herself at the mercy of her cruel stepmother and her daughters. Never one to give up hope, Ella's fortunes begin to change after meeting a dashing stranger in the woods.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
84% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
6.8 out of 10
- AwardsSolid
Nominated for 1 Oscar.
- Box office & staying powerVery strong
$544 million worldwide on a $95 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 397K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Kenneth Branagh
- Lily JamesCinderella
- Cate BlanchettStepmother, Lady Tremaine
- Richard MaddenPrince
- Stellan SkarsgårdGrand Duke
- Holliday GraingerAnastasia Tremaine
- Sophie McSheraDrizella Tremaine
- Derek JacobiKing
- Helena Bonham CarterFairy Godmother
- Nonso AnozieCaptain
- Ben ChaplinCinderella's Father