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198599 minTV Movie, Family

The Nutcracker

Is The Nutcracker a Hit or Flop?

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Is The Nutcracker worth watching? With a rating of 5.3/10, this TV Movie, Family film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Nutcracker Synopsis

Sir Peter Wright’s 1984 version of The Nutcracker for The Royal Ballet, still performed by the Company, stays close to Hoffmann’s original tale. It emphasises Drosselmeyer’s mission to find a young girl – Clara – who can break the curse imposed by the Mouse King on his nephew Hans Peter and thus restore him to human form. References to Nuremberg and German Christmas traditions are present in the settings, with a kingdom of marzipan featured in Act 2.

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Top Cast

Lesley Collier
Lesley CollierSugar Plum Fairy
Anthony Dowell
Anthony DowellSugar Plum Fairy's Prince
Michael Coleman
Michael ColemanDrosselmeyer
Julie Rose
Julie RoseClara
Guy Niblett
Guy NiblettNutcracker / Hans-Peter
Sandra Conley
Sandra ConleyMrs. Stahlbaum

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Nutcracker worth watching?

The Nutcracker has received mixed reviews with a 5.3/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of TV Movie, Family movies.

Is The Nutcracker hit or flop?

The Nutcracker has received average ratings (5.3/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Nutcracker?

The Nutcracker is a TV Movie, Family movie that Sir Peter Wright’s 1984 version of The Nutcracker for The Royal Ballet, still performed by the Company, stays close to Hoffmann’s original tale. It em...

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