When the young orphan boy James spills a magic bag of crocodile tongues, he finds himself in possession of a giant peach that flies him away to strange lands.
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 4 wins & 13 nominations total
Top Critics Reviews
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James and the Giant Peach shines with weird, whimsical invention.
– Steven Rea,
Philadelphia Inquirer,
18 Nov 2013
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This movie remembers what fun is.
– Jay Boyar,
Orlando Sentinel,
18 Nov 2013
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As a tribute to the cranky genius of Dahl, it's both fond and, in the best sense, fruitful.
– Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
18 Nov 2013
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A snappy, fun adaptation that entertains young viewers without speaking down to them.
– Jeff Strickler,
Minneapolis Star Tribune,
11 Nov 2014
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The film is a technical tour de force, featuring a wealth of inventive design ideas. But James never develops the emotional dimension that Nightmare possessed.