Disney's animated family classic about a malevolent fairy who fatally curses Princess Aurora. Riding his noble steed Samson, it is...
Disney's animated family classic about a malevolent fairy who fatally curses Princess Aurora. Riding his noble steed Samson, it is up to Prince Phillip to break the spell - by planting a kiss on the sleeping princess' lips. He is aided by three good-natured fairies Flora, Fauna and Merryweather. Based on the story by Charles Perrault and the Brothers Grimm.
This was the Disney studio's 16th animated feature and was the most expensive cartoon ever produced at the time. Due to disappointing box office returns, producer Walt Disney turned away from fairy tales as source material after Sleeping Beauty.
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Where to watch Sleeping Beauty (1959)
90 %48 reviewsRotten Tomatoes® rating
80 %428,427 reviewsAudience score rating
"Bill Shirley, as the prince, contributes some good vocal work. His cartoon character is considerably more masculine than Disney heroes usually are."
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Variety
Variety"Although this rarely achieves the heights of classics like Snow White and Dumbo, it still has its moments."
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Time Out
Time Out"The colors are rich, the sounds are luscious and magic sparkles spurt charmingly from wands."
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The New York Times
The New York TimesSleeping Beauty (1959) | Details
- Runtime
- 75
- Genre
- Fantasy, Kids & Family, Musical
- Country of origin
- USA
