Charlotte's Web
Charlotte's Web

Charlotte's Web

2006Movie97 minEnglish

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.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users82%
Director: Gary WinickGenres: Animation, Family, Drama, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A young pig named Wilbur is destined to become bacon, but his friend Charlotte, a barn spider, devises a plan to save him. She weaves words into her web, proclaiming Wilbur to be a miracle pig. As the other farm animals and humans marvel at this, Wilbur's life is spared, and he learns the true meaning of friendship and sacrifice.

Critical Reception

Charlotte's Web (2006) was generally well-received by critics and audiences alike. It was praised for its heartwarming story, faithful adaptation of E.B. White's beloved novel, and charming performances, particularly the voice work. While some noted its gentle pacing, the film was largely seen as a touching and beautifully crafted family film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its faithful and heartfelt adaptation of the classic children's novel.
  • The voice cast, particularly Julia Roberts as Charlotte, received acclaim.
  • Recognized for its visual charm and emotional resonance, making it a solid family film.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's faithful adaptation and emotional depth, finding it a touching story that resonated with both children and adults. The performances and the classic tale were highlighted as major strengths.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a Critics Choice Award for Best Family Film.

Fun Fact

The filmmakers used a combination of live-action, CGI, and animatronics to bring the barnyard animals to life, aiming for a look that felt both realistic and magical.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

The kindly young “Fern” (Dakota Fanning) manages to rescue a runt piglet and rear it as her own pet - despite the reservations of her dad. As it grows up, though, it becomes too big to live in their home so it’s sent to a nearby family farm...
Kamurai

Kamurai

Decent watch, probably won't watch again, but can recommend for younger audiences. It's based off of a famous book, Dakota Fanning, Steve Buscemi, Julia Roberts are all charming in their own ways, but I never realized what a dud of a cha...
Joe

Joe

This is a lovely film :) Julia Roberts is lovely as the eponymous character, Dakota Fanning is a delightful Fern, and Dominic Scott Kay is an adorable Wilbur- if you see the special features, he does come across as quite a shy little boy ...