Charlotte's Web
Charlotte's Web

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Charlotte's Web

1973
Movie
94 min
English

Wilbur the pig is scared of the end of the season, because he knows that come that time, he will end up on the dinner table. He hatches a plan with Charlotte, a spider that lives in his pen, to ensure that this will never happen.

Insights

IMDb7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes84%
Metacritic73/100
Google Users88%
Director: Charles A. Nichols, Iwao TakamotoGenres: Animation, Family, Drama, Musical

Plot Summary

Fern Arable saves a runt piglet from being slaughtered, naming him Wilbur. Wilbur is sent to live on a farm where he befriends Charlotte, a wise barn spider. Charlotte promises to help Wilbur avoid his fate by weaving words into her web, proclaiming Wilbur's greatness to convince the farmer not to butcher him.

Critical Reception

The 1973 animated adaptation of E.B. White's classic novel was generally well-received by critics and audiences for its faithful storytelling, memorable songs, and heartfelt portrayal of friendship and life's cycles. It has since become a beloved family film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming animation and faithful adaptation of E.B. White's beloved book.

  • Lauded for its touching story about friendship, loyalty, and the acceptance of life's natural course.

  • The musical numbers are often highlighted as a memorable and engaging part of the film.

Google audience: Audiences consistently praise the film for its heartwarming story, the beautiful depiction of friendship between Wilbur and Charlotte, and its emotional impact that resonates with both children and adults. Many appreciate its gentle handling of mature themes.

Awards & Accolades

None notable, though it is widely considered a classic of children's animation.

Fun Fact

Paul Lynde, who voiced the Templeton the rat, also reprised his role as Uncle Arthur in the live-action TV movie 'The Paul Lynde Show' which aired the same year.

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