
Reviews — Pete's Dragon
Audience write-ups from TMDB
CinemaSerf
Oakes Fegley is appealing as the young boy who has lived on his own in the woods after a tragic accident took his parents. A park ranger, Grace, played by Bryce Dallas Howard, finds him and attempts to integrate him into regular life, including school. The question of how he managed to survive leads him to share details about "Elliott"—a dragon! While initially doubtful, when she brings up the story with her father, …
r96sk
A heartwarming experience. This version of *Pete’s Dragon* is enjoyable. The story has a lot of emotional resonance. The visual effects are well-done, and the music is also good—especially later in the film. While it doesn't have huge stars attached, everyone involved does a solid job. Oakes Fegley is charming as Pete, but Bryce Dallas Howard likely gives the best performance. I appreciated Robert Redford’s par…
Gimly
The recent Disney reimaginings have generally been successful. This one surpasses its source material while still being a solid production; it might not be exceptional, but it's crafted with care, and I grew to like the dragon at the center of the story. _Final rating:★★★ - I suggest checking it out._
Reno
I watched the 1977 film beforehand to make sure I wouldn’t be missing anything with this updated version. The original was decent, and so is this one. The biggest change between the two is the technology used, but there's been a significant improvement across all aspects of the production. It felt more pleasant than the earlier movie. The visuals are very good, all the performers deliver strong performances, as do th…
Frank Ochieng
The cheerfully whimsical and adventurous **Pete’s Dragon** receives a polished update for modern audiences who may have missed the original 1977 live-action animated musical, which left a lasting impression on younger viewers. Disney's familiar style is applied to director David Lowery’s reimagining of a boy and his dragon. The remake balances nostalgia with contemporary elements, creating an engaging family story fi…


