Wish Dragon

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Wish Dragon

PG

2021

1h 38m

Kids & Family

Comedy

Adventure

Fantasy

Animation

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In Sony Pictures Animation's Wish Dragon, Din, a working-class college student with big dreams but small means, and Long, a cynical but all-powerful dragon capable of granting wishes, set off on a hilarious adventure through modern day Shanghai in pursuit of Din's long-lost childhood friend, Lina. Their journey forces them to answer some of life's biggest questions -- because when you can wish for anything, you have to decide what really matters.

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Although its juvenile humor may test some viewers' patience, Wish Dragon is a colorful and quirky romp that will warm audience's hearts.

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Angie Han

FilmWeek (LAist)

06/16/2021

I feel so indifferent about this whole thing... I forgot it as soon as I saw it.

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Peter Debruge

Variety

06/12/2021

"Wish Dragon" delivers a whole new world, a new fantastic point of view, and that's plenty.

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Natalia Winkelman

New York Times

06/11/2021

"Wish Dragon" is a transporting experience, but it's far from a whole new world.

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Carson Timar

Clapper

02/22/2022

There is a lovely sense of authenticity to the world and characters that make Wish Dragon up and especially for those with children, this is an easy recommendation!

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Mat Brunet

AniMat's Review (YouTube)

02/16/2022

6/10

So, is Wish Dragon a rip-off of Aladdin? The answer is yes, it undeniably is. But does that mean its a bad movie? Not really.

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Lauren Miles

Flickering Myth

06/18/2021

An endearing modern retelling of Aladdin, Wish Dragon ticks all of the boxes for a memorable family film - adventure, comedy, and sincerity.

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Blake- N

@RT32589154 4d

I thought Wish Dragon was a really enjoyable watch. It has a familiar premise, but it still manages to feel heartfelt and entertaining. The animation is colorful and lively, and the film does a good job of mixing humor with emotional moments. What I liked most was the message about appreciating what you already have instead of chasing unrealistic wishes. The friendship at the center of the story feels genuine, and it gives the movie a lot of charm. It may not be the most original story, but it’s executed well enough to stand out. Overall, I’d give it a 7/10—it’s a fun, feel-good movie with a solid message and plenty of heart.

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Taunt T.

@taunt Mar 27

Good movie Ngl I kinda enjoyed it

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Sam S

@MovieExpertSam_182 Mar 7

If Aladdin was Chinese he would be Din… just watch Aladdin bruh it’s exactly the same. He wants to rizz the huzz and finds a genie thingy and gets granted 3 wishes. Dramatic backstory. Plot twist. Yada yada yada and the genie is free.

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Mike V.

@MikeV1 Feb 19

While not all the jokes land, this Aladdin adaptation works well and is a solid family film.

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Sam A

@Padlock Jan 25

A Chinese Aladdin film basically, was fun to watch

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Jan 25

Wish dragon was a good film

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Synopsis

In Sony Pictures Animation's Wish Dragon, Din, a working-class college student with big dreams but small means, and Long, a cynical but all-powerful dragon capable of granting wishes, set off on a hilarious adventure through modern day Shanghai in pursuit of Din's long-lost childhood friend, Lina. Their journey forces them to answer some of life's biggest questions -- because when you can wish for anything, you have to decide what really matters.

Director: Chris Appelhans
Producer: Chris Bremble, Jackie Chan, Aron Warner
Screenwriter: Chris Appelhans
Production Co: Beijing Sparkle Roll Media Corporation, Sony Pictures Animation, The Monk Studio, Tencent Pictures
Rating: PG (Mild Action and Rude Humor)
Genre: Kids & Family, Comedy, Adventure, Fantasy, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 11, 2021
Runtime: 1h 38m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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