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Pete's Dragon (1977)

โ€œBrazzle Dazzle Brilliance!โ€

6.3/10 ยท 737 votes 2h 8m g ComedyFantasyAnimationFamily

#23 of 25 films from 1977 #1943 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Don Chaffey ยท Written by Malcolm Marmorstein

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Overview

Pete, a young orphan, runs away to a Maine fishing town with his best friend a lovable, sometimes invisible dragon named Elliott! When they are taken in by a kind lighthouse keeper, Nora, and her father, Elliott's prank playing lands them in big trouble. Then, when crooked salesmen try to capture Elliott for their own gain, Pete must attempt a daring rescue.

Cast

Sean Marshallas Pete
Helen Reddyas Nora
Jim Daleas Dr. Terminus
Mickey Rooneyas Lampie
Red Buttonsas Hoagy
Shelley Wintersas Lena Gogan
Jane Keanas Miss Taylor
Jim Backusas The Mayor
Charles Tyneras Merle
Gary Morganas Grover
Cal Bartlettas Paul
Charlie Callasas Elliott (voice)
Walter Barnesas Captain
Jeff Conawayas Willie

Facts

Release dateNovember 3, 1977
Runtime128 min (2h 8m) โ€” longer as the 1977 average of 111 min
GenresComedy, Fantasy, Animation, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$10,000,000
IMDbtt0076538

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Questions

How long is Pete's Dragon?
Pete's Dragon runs 128 minutes (2h 8m).
Is Pete's Dragon worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 737 votes, which places it #23 of 25 films released in 1977 in this index (top 12%) and #1943 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Pete's Dragon?
Pete's Dragon was directed by Don Chaffey. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Jason and the Argonauts (1963).
Who stars in Pete's Dragon?
Sean Marshall as Pete; Helen Reddy as Nora; Jim Dale as Dr. Terminus; Mickey Rooney as Lampie; Red Buttons as Hoagy; Shelley Winters as Lena Gogan.
What is Pete's Dragon rated?
It carries a g certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Pete's Dragon?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/102202.

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