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Beauty and the Beast 2017

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★ 7.0/10 · 16,066 votes PG FamilyFantasyRomance Released
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What is Beauty and the Beast?

The 2017 film Beauty and the Beast is a live-action adaptation of Disney's version of the classic tale. It is a re-telling of the studio's animated classic, refashioning the classic characters for a contemporary audience.

Type
Film
Year
2017
Status
Released
Runtime
129 minutes
Release date
Mar 16, 2017
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Walt Disney Pictures, Mandeville Films
Budget
$160,000,000
Revenue
$1,266,115,964
Genres
Family, Fantasy, Romance
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The 2017 film Beauty and the Beast is a live-action adaptation of Disney's version of the classic tale. It is a re-telling of the studio's animated classic, refashioning the classic characters for a contemporary audience. The film stars Emma Watson and Dan Stevens as the title characters. It was directed by Bill Condon and features a cast including Luke Evans and Josh Gad. The story follows a brave, beautiful, and brilliant young woman who is imprisoned by a beast in his castle and learns to see beyond his hideous exterior. The film received positive reviews and was nominated for two Academy Awards. It was released by Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment on Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital HD on June 6, 2017. The film grossed over $1.2 billion worldwide, indicating its significant commercial success.

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Should you watch it?

“A cursed prince and a young woman find an unexpected connection in this live-action fairy tale.”

Reasons to watch
  • visually detailed production design
  • classic musical storytelling
Keep in mind
  • familiar narrative
  • reliance on digital effects

Watch it if you enjoy live-action reimaginings of traditional animated fairy tales.

The film contains fantasy elements and mild peril suitable for a general audience.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this a live-action film?

Yes, it is a live-action adaptation of the classic tale.

What is the story about?

It follows a young woman who helps a cursed prince break a spell.

Is it based on a previous version?

The film is a live-action adaptation of Disney's version of the story.

Does the film feature music?

The film is a musical adaptation of the classic tale.

Who is the main character?

The story centers on a young woman and a cursed prince.