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Pippi Longstocking

1997 · Movie · G · 76 min · ★ 5.8 · 48% critics

AdventureAnimationComedyFamily

An unconventional young girl lives on her own while her seafaring father is away, turning everyday life into a string of wild adventures. Her free-spirited behavior quickly wins over nearby children, but it also brings trouble with adults who want to control her life.

Based on Pippi Longstocking

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Details
Original title
Pippi Långstrump
Years
1997
Release date
1997-08-20
Language
Swedish
Rated
G
Runtime
76 min
Max quality
SD
Critic score
48/100
TMDB rating
5.8/10 (40 votes)
Budget
$10,000,000
About

You might enjoy this if you like quirky children’s adventures and upbeat, chaotic energy, especially if The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking sounds appealing; Not for you if you want polished animation or a more faithful, gentle adaptation.

Pros: playful lead energy; catchy songs for some; kid-friendly adventure | Cons: weak animation; messy pacing; characters feel off

Themes

  • daughter
  • friendship
  • police
  • circus
  • social worker
  • sweden
  • horse
  • con man
  • musical
  • shenanigan
  • based on children's book
  • pancakes
  • +2 more

Awards & recognition

  • Annecy Cristala Feature Film · 1998 · nominated

Cast & crew

Directed by Clive A. Smith