---
title: "Ballerina"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/ballerina-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 342473
imdb_id: "tt2261287"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 89
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 2002
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Ballerina (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/ballerina-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Ballerina is a 2016 animated film set in 1879. The narrative follows a young orphan who harbors a dream of becoming a ballerina. Seeking to pursue this ambition, she flees her rural home in Brittany and travels to Paris. Upon arriving in the city, the protagonist adopts a false identity to navigate her new environment. Her efforts lead her to the Grand Opera house, where she successfully secures a position as a pupil. The film documents her journey as she attempts to establish herself within the competitive world of dance while maintaining her charade. By integrating into the prestigious institution, she moves closer to realizing her aspirations despite the challenges posed by her background and her deception. The story centers on her determination to succeed in the French capital during the late nineteenth century. The production focuses on her transition from an orphan in the countryside to a student at the renowned opera house, highlighting the obstacles she faces while chasing her professional goals.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young orphan flees rural Brittany for 1879 Paris to pursue her dream of becoming a ballerina."

### Why Watch
- follows an orphan pursuing a grand dream
- set against the historical backdrop of 1879 Paris

### Caveats & Content Note
- the synopsis is brief and leaves the full plot details unstated
- Tone & Suitability: It is an animated adventure and family film.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: animated, adventure, family

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Super Channel Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | Stan | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Eric Summer, Éric Warin
- **Networks / Studios**: Main Journey, Caramel Films, Quad Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Elle Fanning** as *Felicie (voice)*
- **Dane DeHaan** as *Victor (voice)*
- **Nat Wolff** as *Victor (US version)*
- **Carly Rae Jepsen** as *Odette (voice)*
- **Maddie Ziegler** as *Camille Le Haut (voice)*
- **Mel Brooks** as *Luteau (US version)*
- **Julie Khaner** as *Regine Le Haut (voice)*
- **Terrence Scammell** as *Merante / Postman (voice)*
- **Joe Sheridan** as *Director of Opera (voice)*
- **Tamir Kapelian** as *Rudolph / Mathurin (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When is the film set?
The film is set in 1879.

### Q: Where does the main character come from?
She flees her rural Brittany.

### Q: Where does she go?
She goes to Paris.

### Q: What position does she attain in Paris?
She accedes to the position of pupil at the Grand Opera house.

### Q: What is the main character's goal?
She dreams of becoming a ballerina.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*