A Cinderella Story: Once Upon a Song
Seen it?2011 | 88 min | Comedy, Family, Romance, Drama
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With a lukewarm 6.4 out of 10 from audiences and little lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for romantics, anyone who wants a laugh and families.
- The mood
- Funny with heart, romantic.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 28 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated PG: a parent's death or loss. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.
In this modern telling of the classic tale, aspiring singer Katie Gibbs falls for the new boy at her performing arts high school. But Katie's wicked stepmother and stepsister are scheming to crush her dream before she can sing her way into his heart.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesBelow par
6.4 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a solid audience; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 66K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Damon Santostefano
- Lucy HaleKatie Gibbs
- Freddie StromaLuke Morgan
- Missi PyleGail Van Ravensway
- Megan ParkBev Van Ravensway
- Matt LintzVictor Van Ravensway
- Jessalyn WanlimAngela
- Titus Makin Jr.Mickey O'Malley
- Alyson StonerBack Up Dancer
- Manu NarayanRavi
- Dikran TulaineGuy Morgan