Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Mild
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- Mild
- whimsical
- nostalgic
- hopeful
- family movie night
- teen movie marathon
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
The plot recasts Arthur, Merlin, Mordred, Camelot, and the Round Table prophecy through an American high school.
Allie slowly realizes that her enrollment, classmates, and family research are tied to Arthur's reincarnation prophecy.
Allie, Will, and Miles confront destiny while navigating classes, romance, popularity, and outsider status.
Arthur's recurring appearances and Mordred's repeated attempts to destroy him underpin the central threat.
Films like Avalon High, and why
Teen Wolf
teen fantasy, reincarnation mythology, and a young protagonist navigating supernatural destiny at school
The Sorcerer's Apprentice
young adult fantasy, secret magical heritage, and school-centered adventure with accessible humor
The Kid Who Would Be King
Arthurian legend adapted into a contemporary teen story with prophecy, romance, and coming-of-age themes
Movie Details
- Director
- Stuart Gillard
- Release Date
- 2011-01-28
- Runtime
- 91 min
- Rating
- 6.2 / 10 (575)
Cast
- Britt Robertson
- Gregg Sulkin
- Joey Pollari
- Devon Graye
- Molly C. Quinn
- Steve Valentine
- Chris Tavarez
- Don Lake
- Ingrid Park
- Anthony Ingruber
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Disney Plus
- Rent
- Amazon Video
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Avalon High about?
- A new student at an American high school discovers that her classmates may embody the reincarnated figures of Arthurian legend and that she must protect them from an ancient enemy.
- What is Avalon High like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Avalon High as brisk, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Avalon High violent?
- Only mildly. Ember rates the violence in Avalon High as mild.
- Which films are like Avalon High?
- Films with a similar feel include Teen Wolf, The Sorcerer's Apprentice, and The Kid Who Would Be King.
- How long is Avalon High?
- Avalon High runs 91 minutes.
- Where can I watch Avalon High?
- In United States, Avalon High streams on Disney Plus.
