What is Bartok the Magnificent like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Bartok the Magnificent as brisk, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as simple.

Is Bartok the Magnificent violent?

Only mildly. Ember rates the violence in Bartok the Magnificent as mild.

Which films are like Bartok the Magnificent?

Films with a similar feel include Anastasia, The Swan Princess, and The Great Mouse Detective.

How long is Bartok the Magnificent?

Bartok the Magnificent runs 68 minutes.

Where can I watch Bartok the Magnificent?

In United States, Bartok the Magnificent is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.

Bartok the Magnificent

Name: Bartok the Magnificent
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family, Fantasy, Music
Released: 1999-09-07
Duration: 1 h 8 min
Rating: 6
Cast: Hank Azaria, Kelsey Grammer, Andrea Martin, Catherine O'Hara, Tim Curry

199968 min★ 6.0

A flamboyant albino bat discovers genuine bravery while navigating a colorful Russian fairy-tale adventure filled with songs, witches, and comic peril.

Ember's analysis

Pacing: Brisk
Intensity: Mild
Complexity: Simple
Violence: Mild

whimsical
playful
energetic
family movie night
children's afternoon

What critics said

Critics generally found the direct-to-video adventure attractive, brisk, and entertaining for children, while considering its songs and broader appeal less distinctive for adults.

What sets it apart

May contain story progression spoilers

Bartok's boastful stage persona is redirected into genuine courage when he protects others from danger.
The Russian fantasy setting uses feature-quality animated scenery, vibrant character designs, and CGI-enhanced production values.
Bartok's performances, humorous commentary, catchy songs, and fast-moving rescue plot define the viewing experience.
Baba Yaga and Russian royal imagery are adapted into a family-friendly fantasy narrative centered on Bartok.

Films like Bartok the Magnificent, and why

Anastasia
animated family fantasy adventure with comic animal characters, songs, and a fairy-tale setting
The Swan Princess
family-friendly animated fantasy musical featuring a young royal, comic sidekicks, and colorful adventure
The Great Mouse Detective
playful animated fairy-tale comedy with memorable songs and a mischievous nonhuman protagonist

Movie Details

Directors: Gary Goldman, Don Bluth
Release Date: 1999-09-07
Runtime: 68 min
Rating: 6.0 / 10 (233)

Cast

Hank Azaria
Kelsey Grammer
Andrea Martin
Catherine O'Hara
Tim Curry
Jennifer Tilly
Phillip Van Dyke
Diedrich Bader
Kelly Marie Berger
Danny Mann

Where to watch in United States

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 Bartok the Magnificent about?: A flamboyant albino bat discovers genuine bravery while navigating a colorful Russian fairy-tale adventure filled with songs, witches, and comic peril.
What is Bartok the Magnificent like to watch?: Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Bartok the Magnificent as brisk, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as simple.
Is Bartok the Magnificent violent?: Only mildly. Ember rates the violence in Bartok the Magnificent as mild.
What did critics think of Bartok the Magnificent?: Critics generally found the direct-to-video adventure attractive, brisk, and entertaining for children, while considering its songs and broader appeal less distinctive for adults.
Which films are like Bartok the Magnificent?: Films with a similar feel include Anastasia, The Swan Princess, and The Great Mouse Detective.
How long is Bartok the Magnificent?: Bartok the Magnificent runs 68 minutes.
Where can I watch Bartok the Magnificent?: In United States, Bartok the Magnificent is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.

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