Dumbo

PG

Released Mar 29, 2019

1 hr. 52 min.

Kids & Family

Fantasy

Drama

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Struggling circus owner Max Medici enlists a former star and his two children to care for Dumbo, a baby elephant born with oversized ears. When the family discovers that the animal can fly, it soon becomes the main attraction -- bringing in huge audiences and revitalizing the run-down circus. The elephant's magical ability also draws the attention of V.A. Vandevere, an entrepreneur who wants to showcase Dumbo in his latest, larger-than-life entertainment venture.

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Critics Consensus

Dumbo is held partly aloft by Tim Burton's visual flair, but a crowded canvas and overstretched story leave this live-action remake more workmanlike than wondrous.

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Big Red

Cartoon is better. Still, check it out.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

07/21/23

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Jen

pulled at all the heart strings. Made me sad at some points. it's a great movie that shows some softened realities of life

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/16/21

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Amelia H

This is one of the very few movies that made me cry one of the best movies ever. However many people say it wasn't as detailed in the story as the original film but this is some what true but this version of the film is a new take on the original story and it is live action so I wasn't expecting it to be as a amazing as the original but it was a very good film would recommend if you like Disney classic films that are simple but overall good but not great film would have given 4 stars but I I can't change my rating.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/29/23

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Dustin R

I loved this film! Yes, it's lacks the heart of the first film. However, I love the approach Tim Burton brought to the film with his signature style! I believe this film is underrated and is a must see view for any Disney fan!

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

12/29/23

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Eletro 1

Sottovalutato. Sarà che di questo film tengo un ricordo positivo, capisco che ha poco dello spirito e del materiale originale, ma va bene così. Questo Dumbo con Burton alla regia vuole essere qualcosa di nuovo e per me c'è riuscito.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/28/23

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Moppy

The concept is fairly simple, but dumbo just doesn't translate well into live action and the original animated version is perfect. The story and acting although adequate is completely eclipsed by the AWFUL art style. Everything looks as depressing as a hot gray room with 500 damp, sour socks nailed to the walls to dry.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

11/08/23

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Tim Burton

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Colin Farrell

Holt Farrier

Michael Keaton

V.A. Vandevere

Danny DeVito

Max Medici

Eva Green

Colette Marchant

Alan Arkin

J. Griffin Remington

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Wenlei Ma

News.com.au

This Dumbo is certainly a visual spectacle, and it could've gone awry if not for the one key thing required to make this movie work: Dumbo is really, really cute.

Rated: 3.5/5

Apr 21, 2019

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Sara Michelle Fetters

MovieFreak.com

I believed an elephant could fly, this Disney remake a beguiling fantasy that does its animated predecessor proud.

Rated: 3/4

Apr 3, 2019

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Udita Jhunjhunwala

Livemint

Expect to be impressed by the cinematography (Ben Davis), costumes (Colleen Atwood), production design (Rick Heinrichs), music (Danny Elfman) and the animation that created the adorable Dumbo with those large watery eyes that sparkle in the wild.

Apr 3, 2019

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Manuel São Bento

MSB Reviews

This remake improves on a lot of aspects of its predecessor. Dumbo is probably the most visually stunning and incredibly realistic live-action character Disney was able to produce so far. This little elephant alone is worth the price of admission.

Rated: B

Jul 24, 2023

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Cory Woodroof

For the Win (USA Today)

While this Dumbo only flies so high, it never feels like it lacks for imagination.

May 27, 2023

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M.N. Miller

Ready Steady Cut

The new live-action remake of the Disney animated classic Dumbo is helmed by the darkly eccentric director Tim Burton and his latest film is like nothing I’ve ever seen from the master of juxtaposition: Safe, almost tepid, and it’s monotonously boring.

Rated: 2/5

Aug 18, 2022

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Synopsis

Struggling circus owner Max Medici enlists a former star and his two children to care for Dumbo, a baby elephant born with oversized ears. When the family discovers that the animal can fly, it soon becomes the main attraction -- bringing in huge audiences and revitalizing the run-down circus. The elephant's magical ability also draws the attention of V.A. Vandevere, an entrepreneur who wants to showcase Dumbo in his latest, larger-than-life entertainment venture.

Director: Tim Burton
Executive Producer: Tim Burton, Nigel Gostelow
Screenwriter: Ehren Kruger
Distributor: Walt Disney
Production Co: Walt Disney Pictures, Tim Burton Productions
Rating: PG (Peril/Action|Brief Mild Language|Some Thematic Elements)
Genre: Kids & Family, Fantasy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 29, 2019, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 25, 2019
Box Office (Gross USA): $114.8M
Sound Mix: DTS, Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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