---
title: "Wish"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/wish-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1022796
imdb_id: "tt11304740"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 6.2
vote_count: 1802
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Wish (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/wish-2023

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

"Wish" is a 2023 film that revolves around the story of a young woman named Asha. Asha is described as a sharp-witted idealist who possesses a strong sense of determination and conviction. The film's narrative is driven by Asha's actions, which ultimately lead to a significant event - a cosmic force responds to her wish by granting her a little ball of boundless energy called Star. This newfound companion, Star, joins forces with Asha to confront a formidable adversary, King Magnifico, who rules over the community of Rosas. The film's central theme explores the idea that when the will of a courageous human connects with the magic of the stars, remarkable things can occur. Through Asha's journey, the film highlights the potential for positive change and the power of human determination.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A sharp-witted idealist teams up with a cosmic force to confront a formidable ruler."

### Why Watch
- features an animated adventure
- stars a sharp-witted idealist and a cosmic force

### Caveats & Content Note
- confronts a formidable foe
- fights a ruler to save a community
- Tone & Suitability: The film carries a PG rating suitable for family audiences.

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

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Fawn Veerasunthorn, Chris Buck
- **Networks / Studios**: Walt Disney Animation Studios

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ariana DeBose** as *Asha (voice)*
- **Chris Pine** as *King Magnifico (voice)*
- **Alan Tudyk** as *Valentino (voice)*
- **Angelique Cabral** as *Queen Amaya (voice)*
- **Victor Garber** as *Sabino (voice)*
- **Natasha Rothwell** as *Sakina (voice)*
- **Jennifer Kumiyama** as *Dahlia (voice)*
- **Harvey Guillén** as *Gabo (voice)*
- **Niko Vargas** as *Hal (voice)*
- **Evan Peters** as *Simon (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Wish released?
Wish was released in the US on 11/22/2023.

### Q: What is the runtime of Wish?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes.

### Q: What are the genres of the movie?
The film falls under Animation, Family, Fantasy, and Adventure.

### Q: Who is the main character of the film?
The main character is Asha, a sharp-witted idealist.

### Q: Who is the ruler of Rosas in the movie?
King Magnifico is the ruler of Rosas.

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