Review of A Simple Wish (1997) by Sam U — 10 Jun 2007

A magical film with many mistakes on the way. u never know wot will happen next.

This review of A Simple Wish (1997) was written by Sam U on 10 Jun 2007.

A Simple Wish has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jeff H (1,831) on 25 Jul 2011

Great family film! Martin Short is great in anything though! B-…

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By Catherine G (71) on 20 Jan 2008

The material suits Martin Short, and Amanda Plummer is good in a minor role, but it is all very much childs play of the thoughtless kind…

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By Allison J (42) on 05 May 2010

I loved this movie! I would really love to find the music or soundtrack to it…

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By Louise B (264) on 26 Feb 2008

It was so long agao when I watched this, but I can remember that I liked it…

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By Rosabella D (33) on 07 Oct 2007

Martin Short is hilarious…

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By Tim F (715) on 10 Aug 2011

A so-so movie about a kid who makes a wish and it comes true. It's pretty predictable, and not very funny…

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By Jessica N (345) on 26 Oct 2009

Cute and fun. Good for kids. I remember Martin Short messing up all his spells haha Funny man…

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By Samantha M (475) on 20 Sep 2007

Another great movie from my childhood. if you have not seen it, then you have not lived. end of story…

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By Matt M (2,511) on 17 Jul 2008

Mara wilson put together a string of decent movies with mrs. doubtfire, miracle on 34th street and matilda. this one wasn't very good…

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By Marilyn A (54) on 03 Dec 2007

One of my childhood favourites! truly delightful little tale. I love martin short in this! :D…

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