Tom Thumb

  • Review Date: May 10, 2003
  • NR
  • Genre: Classic
  • 1958
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Common Sense Media says

Fun musical adventure for the family.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this classic family film has no inappropriate content for kids.


What's the story?

The fairy tale about the boy no bigger than a thumb is brought to life with former gymnast Russ Tamblyn as the title character. Fiendish villains Terry Thomas and Peter Sellers try to get the tiny boy to steal for them, but watching over tom is a good fairy. Watching over the good fairy is the handsome woodsman whose kiss can turn her into a mortal. Without giving anything away, it is fair to say they all live happily ever after, at least those who deserve to!


Is it any good?

 

Released in 1968, TOM THUMB is a fine film that the whole family can enjoy. Tom is as irresistibly charming as his "Very Own Song," one of many enchanting musical numbers.


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This review was written by Nell Minow

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This review was written by Nell Minow
Studio:Warner Bros.
Director:George Pal
Cast:Alan Young, Peter Sellers, Russ Tamblyn
Genre:Classic
Run time:98 minutes
Theatrical release date:December 22, 1958
DVD release date:October 3, 2000
MPAA rating:NR

This review was written by Nell Minow
 

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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
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