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Barbie in the Nutcracker (2001)

โ€œStarring in Her First Movie!โ€

6.9/10 ยท 1,138 votes 1h 17m g AnimationFamily

#51 of 148 films from 2001 #489 of 741 in animation

Directed by Owen Hurley ยท Written by Rob Hudnut, Linda Engelsiepen, Hilary Hinkle

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Overview

The Mouse King casts an evil spell over Clara that causes her to shrink. Clara and the Nutcracker set out on an adventurous journey to find Sugarplum Princess, who has the power to undo the spell.

Cast

Kelly Sheridanas Barbie / Clara (voice)
Kirby Morrowas Nutcracker / Prince Eric (voice)
Tim Curryas Mouse King (voice)
Peter Kelamisas Pimm (voice)
Christopher Gazeas Major Mint (voice)
Ian James Corlettas Captain Candy (voice)
French Tickneras Grandfather Drosselmayer (voice)
Kathleen Barras Aunt Drosselmayer / Owl (voice)
Cathy Weseluckas Maid (voice)
Alex Dodukas Tommy (voice)
Chantal Strandas Kelly (voice)
Britt McKillipas Peppermint Girl (voice)
Danny McKinnonas Gingerbread Boy (voice)
Shona Galbraithas Faeries (voice)

Facts

Release dateSeptember 30, 2001
Runtime77 min (1h 17m) โ€” shorter as the 2001 average of 111 min
GenresAnimation, Family
LanguageEN
IMDbtt0288441

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Questions

How long is Barbie in the Nutcracker?
Barbie in the Nutcracker runs 77 minutes (1h 17m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Barbie in the Nutcracker worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 1,138 votes, which places it #51 of 148 films released in 2001 in this index (top 66%) and #489 among 741 animation titles.
Who directed Barbie in the Nutcracker?
Barbie in the Nutcracker was directed by Owen Hurley. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Barbie as Rapunzel (2002), Barbie of Swan Lake (2003).
Who stars in Barbie in the Nutcracker?
Kelly Sheridan as Barbie / Clara (voice); Kirby Morrow as Nutcracker / Prince Eric (voice); Tim Curry as Mouse King (voice); Peter Kelamis as Pimm (voice); Christopher Gaze as Major Mint (voice); Ian James Corlett as Captain Candy (voice).
What is Barbie in the Nutcracker rated?
It carries a g certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Barbie in the Nutcracker?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/103114.

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