The Frog Prince
The Frog Prince

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The Frog Prince

1985
Movie
100 min
English

A young British girl journeys to Paris to go to college, and is determined to find the man of her dreams and fall madly in love. However, things don't work out quite the way she planned.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Hallmark Hall of FameGenres: Fantasy, Family, Musical

Plot Summary

A spoiled princess makes a promise to a frog that she will be his friend and he will retrieve her golden ball, if he can swim down to the bottom of the well to get it. She does not intend to keep her promise, but the frog reminds her of her obligation. She reluctantly agrees to let him eat from her plate and sleep in her room, but she is disgusted by him. She finally throws the frog against the wall, but to her surprise, he turns into a handsome prince.

Critical Reception

This adaptation of the classic fairy tale was generally well-received for its charm and musical numbers, particularly by family audiences. While not a critical darling, it was appreciated for its faithful yet engaging retelling of the story.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visual appeal and musical performances.

  • Seen as a charming and family-friendly retelling of a classic tale.

  • Some found the pacing a bit slow for younger viewers.

Google audience: Audience reception for this specific film is not readily available through aggregated Google reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was part of the 'Hallmark Hall of Fame' series, which was known for its high-quality television productions.

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