Peter Pan

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Peter Pan

PG

2003

1h 53m

Kids & Family

Adventure

Fantasy

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As Wendy Darling (Rachel Hurd-Wood) recounts stories to her brothers, John (Harry Newell) and Michael (Freddie Popplewell), she is visited by Peter Pan (Jeremy Sumpter). Peter, a boy who magically never ages, invites Wendy and her brothers to Neverland, an island where he lives with the Lost Boys. Once there, however, Wendy and her brothers are kidnapped by Captain Hook (Jason Isaacs). Peter, with assistance from the fairy Tink (Ludivine Sagnier), must face Hook in order to rescue the Darlings.

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Critics Consensus

Solid if far from definitive, this version of Peter Pan is visually impressive, psychologically complex and faithful to its original source.

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David Ansen

Newsweek

03/12/2018

Hogan has managed to remain faithful to Barrie's Edwardian spirit without making him feel musty.

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Neil Norman

London Evening Standard

01/11/2018

Clearly a star in the making, Hurd-Wood demonstrates a maturity far beyond her 13 years, especially in the easy way she adopts the role of surrogate mother to The Lost Boys once in Never-Never Land.

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Empire Magazine

05/27/2011

3/5

It won't give Harry Potter a run for his money, but it beats the hell out of a Cannon & Ball panto in Skegness.

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Sean Axmaker

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05/06/2023

You may feel like you’ve stepped into the pages of a storybook illustrated by Maxfield Parrish when you fly off to Neverland in... P.J. Hogan’s deft and delightful take on the oft-filmed J.M. Barrie classic.

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Sergio Benítez

Espinof

04/14/2020

It adapts Barrie's text quite faithfully, adding certain reflections that no adaptation to the novel has made so far. [Full Review in Spanish]

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Tim Brayton

Antagony & Ecstasy

07/19/2011

7/10

On the whole it's a pleasant thing, if hardly the definitive treatment of the source material.

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K G

@KatyG-S Mar 25

Has anybody said this is their favourite adaptation? This is a live action adaptation of the fairy tale from J.M Barrie, which is not from Disney, but Universal Pictures & Sony instead. They did a better job at doing a live action adaptation that Disney did with "Peter Pan & Wendy". There are many charming things about it. To start off with, the chemistry between Peter Pan & Wendy given that story's original title was "Peter Pan & Wendy", they had so much time together with Peter learning what a kiss is - it was obvious when you noticed Tinkerbell's jealousy. Next, is the atmosphere. It was enjoyable of how they also flew into space to reach Neverland. Although the FX may not be impressive, they are colourful, charming, many different places with some nostalgic charm. Finally, my favourite part should be Captain Hook. How more villainous can he be when he does such evil things like manipulate Wendy at one point? Out of nowhere, he is evil & handsome. Children would love it.

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matthias s

@Thescreenasvor Feb 17

Watching Peter Pan again feels like opening a childhood scrapbook. This was my Peter Pan growing up, not the Disney one, and it still hits perfectly. The film’s cosy, charming energy wraps around you while the adventure keeps things exciting. It’s funny without trying too hard and genuinely heartfelt in a way that sneaks up on you. The cast sells the magic, the world feels warm and lived-in, and every visit feels like going home. I honestly think it’s the best Peter Pan movie ever made, and I’d recommend it to absolutely anyone craving wonder and comfort. Pure nostalgic joy.

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Mark R.

@markymarkrb Dec 25

Every new adaptation of Peter Pan just makes this film more and more great. Fantastic acting. Incredible soundtrack. True to the original story. Family friendly and exciting. My favorite Peter Pan movie that will probably never be beat.

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Noel L

@RT15930389 Dec 20

It was cool to see how this was an adaptation of the original story rather than the animated movie. It was slightly more dark which added to the film

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Alexander S

@RT61935749 Oct 20

Among the numerous adaptations of Peter Pan, the 2003 film stands out to me as the most captivating and faithful rendition, closely mirroring the Disney classic. I appreciate how this film offers a genuine take on the beloved story, incorporating elements from the original book and Disney's interpretation. Grading: A

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Morgan T

@RT48387960 Jul 20

My favorite live version Peter Pan!

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Synopsis

As Wendy Darling (Rachel Hurd-Wood) recounts stories to her brothers, John (Harry Newell) and Michael (Freddie Popplewell), she is visited by Peter Pan (Jeremy Sumpter). Peter, a boy who magically never ages, invites Wendy and her brothers to Neverland, an island where he lives with the Lost Boys. Once there, however, Wendy and her brothers are kidnapped by Captain Hook (Jason Isaacs). Peter, with assistance from the fairy Tink (Ludivine Sagnier), must face Hook in order to rescue the Darlings.

Director: P.J. Hogan
Producer: Lucy Fisher, Douglas Wick, Patrick McCormick, Mohamed Al-Fayed
Screenwriter: P.J. Hogan, Michael Goldenberg, J. M. Barrie
Distributor: Columbia Tristar, Universal Pictures
Production Co: Red Wagon Productions, Allied Stars, Universal Pictures, Revolution Studios, Columbia Pictures Corporation
Rating: PG (Peril|Adventure Action)
Genre: Kids & Family, Adventure, Fantasy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 25, 2003, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 10, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $48.4M
Runtime: 1h 53m
Sound Mix: Surround, Dolby SR, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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