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7.9 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 63 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 51 out of 63
  2. Negative: 9 out of 63

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  1. G.M.D.K.
    May 23, 2005
    9
    Who wouldnt like this witty G-rated comedy? People who thought "The Lord of the Rings" was the worst movie ever.
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  2. JamieC.
    Aug 27, 2004
    10
    This movie is so cute and fun! i loved it! it is the perfect movie for anyone, not just kids. this deserves 5 stars!
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  3. Spawn
    Aug 12, 2004
    0
    Will H. you da man cause that movie sukced. The quaurtet has been finished. The four worst movies ever a Confessions of a teenage drama queen, 13 going on 30, Princess diaries 2 and this!
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  4. WillH.
    Aug 10, 2004
    1
    Where was the swearing and sexual innuendos?!?! Seriously, this movie was terrible. How any particular group of people, including 10 year old girls, can sit through movies like this astounds me.
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  5. WillH.
    Aug 10, 2004
    1
    Where was the swearing and sexual innuendos?!?! Seriously, this movie was terrible. How any particular group of people, including 10 year old girls, can sit through movies like this astounds me.
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  6. ChadS.
    Aug 1, 2004
    5
    Unless you're a nine-year old girl, the hunting of the future Princess Mia of Genovia by an overeager press, puts a serious damper on "The Princess Diaries", with the death of Princess Diana still relatively fresh in our minds. At the beach, a kiss is transformed by the print and broadcast media into a scandal. This is when "The Princess Diaries" starts to falter, because the public life that greets Mia when she finally ascends to the throne, is too much reality for this fantasy film to suppress. Before we reach this impasse, the seen-it-before swan lessons that Queen Clarisse (Julie Andrews) imparts to her granddaughter is handled nicely, and Heather Matarazzo, as Mia's best friend, livens potentially boring girl-girl rap sessions, because she's real. Matarazzo can't simply change her hair, pluck an eyebrow here and there, and emerge as a princess. Matarazzo's genuine geek factor helps make Anne Hathaway's cloaking of her hotness possible. "The Princess Diaries" feels dated, since most girls would rather be a supermodel. Expand
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  7. Sophe
    Jun 13, 2004
    10
    I loved the movie!
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  8. KarlD.
    Jan 11, 2002
    2
    Family stuff! No entertainment at all, and ridiculous jokes to make you non-laugh. The acting of Ms. princess stinks, and she is only beautiful with make up on! Nonsense movie for kids.
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  9. EmmaL.
    Nov 29, 2001
    10
    This is such a wonderful film, that I thoroughly enjoyed. It was the cleanest movie I have seen in a long long time that actually caught my intrest.
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  10. [Anonymous]
    Jul 8, 2002
    10
    I LOVE IT! A Timeless Classic.
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  11. Casey
    Feb 23, 2002
    10
    A charming, sweet story. Sure, it can be a bit corny, but the overall result is delightful and fun. (P.S. The book is better.)
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  12. Esther
    Nov 19, 2001
    10
    This movie was really good. The only thing I didn't like is the fact that all the girls liked Josh and think he's all that and hot and all. Michael is a whole heck of a lot cuter than he is and has a much better personality. Josh is a S-L-I-M-E-B-A-L-L first class. Otherwise, really good.
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  13. MirandaH.
    Dec 11, 2001
    10
    I thought the movie was very funny. Anne Hathaway seems to be a budding actress.I can't wait till it comes out on video!!
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  14. GuyS.
    Jul 7, 2002
    10
    Anne Hathaway is pure sexy.
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  15. DarrylH.
    Aug 20, 2001
    9
    It was one of the funniest, clean, family safe movie I have ever seen.
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  16. VictorC.
    Mar 19, 2002
    10
    A very sweet funny movie...I think anne hathaway was wonderful...I never laughed so hard especially when julie andrews bestowed the "honor of the rose" on the cop and the cable car operator.....Mia's friend lilly was awesome...and joe the chauffeur was great....I have seen the movie 10 times and I will NEVER get tired of it :)
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  17. DannyB.
    Nov 6, 2002
    10
    It is a cute movie & Anne Hathaway is so gorgeous!
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  18. DjStanley
    Dec 29, 2001
    10
    This movie was a good family film that everyone can enjoy. And michael is soooooo cute, perfect for his part.
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  19. Layne
    Jul 25, 2003
    7
    Forget what you think you know is wrong with girl comedies, this film is not only hilarious, it is ideal family entertainment that doesn't deserve to be viewed on a critical level.
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  20. VanessaH.
    Jul 22, 2002
    9
    I absolutely love this film because there isn't anything insulting in it, such as dirty language, nudity, or sexual ANYTHING!!! I reeeeally like the story of an ordinary girl, like myself, becoming someone that can do something to change the world!
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  21. Raven
    Sep 7, 2003
    10
    This is a sweet romantic movie for those girls out there who still think that there prince charming is still out there and is not always the blonde hair blue eyed prince we always see in fairy tales.
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  22. SarahS.
    Aug 21, 2001
    10
    Wonderfully funny. Would watch over and over again!
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  23. JessicaP.
    Jul 7, 2002
    10
    Incredible! Probably one of the most spectacular fairy tale movie for all ages to watch. The plot was funny yet a bit cheesy, the characters are very well acted out and overall, I would like to watch it over and over again! One thing I really liked was watching that guy, Micheal (played by Robert Schwartzman) he was awesome and one thing I was really confused was why did Mia (played by Anne Hathaway) thought Josh was cuter than Micheal? 15 year old girls! I recommend this movie, it's great. Expand
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  24. VladimirP.
    Feb 11, 2002
    0
    Had to watch it with the kids I was babysitting. Goddam, why oh why do they have to waste a perfectly good piece of tape to put this s..t on it???
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  25. NickB.
    Apr 28, 2002
    10
    This movie is very funny and fun for all ages. It is not trite in any way. Disney should do more like it.
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  26. BobL.
    Sep 2, 2002
    10
    I have watched this movie over 15 times. The entire cast did an excellent job, especially Anne Hathaway and Julie Andrews. A very clean cut, funny movie. An excellent plot, NO SWEARING & it is very nice to see a film not filled with Sexual Inuendos. This is a great FAMILY Movie. We need more films like it....Very Entertaining and a clean movie Garry..Thanks
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  27. BlancoA.
    Aug 7, 2001
    1
    This movie was incredibly boring. I fell asleep at least 3 times while watching it, and I was forced to eat my popcorn one kernel at a time to avoid snoring & bugging the rest of the simpletons in the theatre who were laughing their pathetic butts off.
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  28. Live+Jen
    Sep 28, 2002
    10
    We thought this movie was the best we have ever seen no matter what Blanco A. says so there!!!!!!!!!!! and weve read all 3 books and we can't wait for the next movie/book 2 come out.
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  29. JuliaP.
    Jan 12, 2002
    10
    A cute comedy with brilliant actors. I especially enjoyed Anne Hathaway as princess Amelia!
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  30. LilyW.
    Dec 29, 2001
    10
    I thought that this movie was very good and I really liked how the popular people got what they deserved! I also thought that the boy the Mia choose was very HOTT and a very good choice!
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  31. PatC.
    Feb 22, 2005
    3
    Another inspired premise emphasizing human worth and beauty pre-digested by the formula police into a putrid swill of Hollywood vomit.
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  32. RobertH.
    Dec 28, 2001
    10
    I liked this film but don't believe that it avoided the cliches as much as several reviewers did.
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  33. Nov 4, 2010
    8
    Anne Hathaway's charm was very entertaining.
  34. Feb 24, 2011
    9
    What a great movie for young girls and grown ups alike! Good clean comedy is very refreshing!!! I would recommend this movie to anyone wanting a good heartfelt comedy!!
  35. Apr 3, 2012
    9
    Just a great movie that really shined all around. It was just funny and sweet. There isn't much more to say than it was pleasant and charming to watch. The cast was great!
  36. Apr 3, 2012
    7
    The movie is good. Manages to wring some originality out of its fairy-tale plot. It is an ideal family entertainment that doesn't deserve to be viewed on a critical level.
  37. Apr 22, 2012
    6
    “The Princess Diaries” is a very simple movie about being true to yourself. Not letting societies rules bend who you are and want to become. It’s also about not being afraid and standing up for what you believe in. Simple and overused messages, but done in an entertaining and very fun way. Directing is effective and fairly fun. There are some nice shot and scene compositions. There is an upbeat energy throughout the film and for the most part that level of energy never falls. From start to finish it is a fun ride. The movie never feels melodramatic or anything and most of the humor flows naturally put of situations. Credit goes to the director for keeping it wholesome. One scene in particular gets me teary eyed, not a very long scene, but something about the situation just tugs at my heart. The scene is towards the end of the film where Mia is in her car, it’s raining, and she’s singing “catch a falling star.” The characters are also very fun. From a no it all goth friend to a stern driver, you get all sorts of characters. Anne Hathaway as Mia is likable, she’s funny, and always has a high level of charisma. She handles each scene very well as a awkward high school girl. Julie Andrew as the queen fits her as perfect as a glove. This lady has class and a very smart wit. The other character good too and add a lot of humor to the film. Overall “The Princess Diaries” is a entertaining flick. It isn’t a cinema masterpiece and there are part of the film that could have been better, but it just provide some very fun laughs. It is a breezy watch and helps pass the time in a fun way. I give it a 3/5, nothing new, but a fun way to pass the time with some wholesome laughs, “Alrightness” Expand
Metascore

Mixed or average reviews - based on 27 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 27
  2. Negative: 3 out of 27
  1. 60
    Families already know exactly what they're in for, and they're likely to leave the multiplex high on the hum of a charming cast, sunny San Francisco locations, and a suitably happy ending.
  2. 50
    The movie updates Disney's blueprint without altering it in any meaningful way.
  3. 75
    Manages to wring some originality out of its fairy-tale plot. This freshness compensates for the expected hackneyed qualities in this Cinderella tale.