| Overall: | B- |
|---|---|
| Violence: | C+ |
| Sexual Content: | C- |
| Language: | B+ |
| Drugs/Alcohol: | B+ |
| Run Time: | 86 |
| Theater Release: | |
| Video Release: | |
| MPAA Rating: | |
| See Canadian Ratings | |
| How We Determine Our Grades | |
The Fantasticks is rated PG: for some bawdy carnival humor.
Cast: Jonathon Morris, Barnard Hughes, Joel Grey
Studio: (pictures (c)2001 MGM Home Entertainment Inc)
Detailed Review
The Fantasticks must live up to its name on the New York stage because it's the longest running musical in history, having entered its fortieth year. But could the production…
Read our complete review on this movie. »
Why Is The Fantasticks Rated PG?
If you’re a musical lover or are familiar with the play that has run…
Get complete content details for violence, sex, language and more. »
Talk It Over
El Gallo suggests, “What at night seems oh so scenic, may be cynic by…
Get complete discussion ideas and "Talk It Over" with your family. »
Video alternatives / Home Video Bonus Features
If you are a fan of musicals, check out our reviews of The…
Click for more movie ideas and info on bonus features. »
Join the Conversation
About the Reviewer: Rod Gustafson
Rod Gustafson has worked in various media industries since 1977. He founded Parent Previews in 1993, and today continues to write and broadcast the reviews in newspapers, on radio and (of course) on the Internet. He currently serves as the President of the Alberta Association for Media Awareness, a provincial non-profit society. He also authors a regular column for The Parent's Television Council in Los Angeles. He and his wife Donna have four children.
