Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Mild
- Complexity
- Simple
- Violence
- None
- breezy
- witty
- sincere
- family movie night
- nostalgic disney viewing
What critics said
Critics generally regarded the film as harmless, polished, and enjoyable mainly for young fans of the television series, while finding it slight and formulaic.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Lizzie is mistaken for Italian teen-pop idol Isabella and asked to replace her at a major concert.
Lizzie's resemblance to Isabella allows Paolo to recruit her as the singer's substitute.
Lizzie's class trip to Rome becomes the setting for new friendships, romance, fame, and personal confidence.
The film combines Rome's tourist imagery with Italian pop performances and a glossy Disney production style.
Films like The Lizzie McGuire Movie, and why
What a Girl Wants
teen identity, fish-out-of-water comedy, pop performance, and light romantic intrigue
A Cinderella Story
family-friendly teen comedy centered on romance, self-discovery, and a highly recognizable young star
Josie and the Pussycats
playful adolescent wish fulfillment, music-industry fantasy, and an upbeat romantic storyline
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants
middle-school friendship, travel adventure, and accessible coming-of-age humor
Movie Details
- Director
- Jim Fall
- Release Date
- 2003-05-02
- Runtime
- 94 min
- Rating
- 6.3 / 10 (1362)
Cast
- Hilary Duff
- Adam Lamberg
- Yani Gellman
- Alex Borstein
- Brendan Kelly
- Ashlie Brillault
- Clayton Snyder
- Jake Thomas
- Jody Racicot
- Hallie Todd
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Hulu, Disney Plus
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is The Lizzie McGuire Movie about?
- A shy American teenager on a school trip to Rome is mistaken for an Italian pop idol and gets a dazzling chance to reinvent herself.
- What is The Lizzie McGuire Movie like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of The Lizzie McGuire Movie as brisk, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as simple.
- Is The Lizzie McGuire Movie violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in The Lizzie McGuire Movie.
- What did critics think of The Lizzie McGuire Movie?
- Critics generally regarded the film as harmless, polished, and enjoyable mainly for young fans of the television series, while finding it slight and formulaic.
- Which films are like The Lizzie McGuire Movie?
- Films with a similar feel include What a Girl Wants, A Cinderella Story, Josie and the Pussycats, and The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.
- How long is The Lizzie McGuire Movie?
- The Lizzie McGuire Movie runs 94 minutes.
- Where can I watch The Lizzie McGuire Movie?
- In United States, The Lizzie McGuire Movie streams on Hulu, Disney Plus.
