Review of Newsies (1992) by Esther O — 09 Sep 2008

A childhood favorite. I can still sing most of the songs!

This review of Newsies (1992) was written by Esther O on 09 Sep 2008.

Newsies has generally received positive reviews.

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By Ben L (1,326) on 17 Sep 2016

I love musicals and this is my favorite of all time, I know critics tend to destroy this movie but I think it's great…

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By Jackson S (352) on 18 Nov 2013

Not a huge fan of musicals, but if I had to watch one it would be my pleasure to watch Newsies…

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By Deven W (131) on 16 Oct 2013

Lacks substance, songs are good, pace is too fast, and acting is eh. Stage version is 100% better…

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By Vincent P (284) on 27 Jul 2017

Conner Murphy looks happy here! Interesting look into his past, he will be missed…

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By Sam H (392) on 29 Jan 2014

Amazing. (Not as good as musical on broadway)…

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By Ethan A (249) on 27 May 2017

One of my favorite movies! It looks good, but the Broadway musical version of this movie is way better…

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By Bethany C (74) on 27 May 2014

This is one of my favorite movies ever! The music, dancing, and acting is fabulous. Luv it. :)…

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By Josh Larsen (2,042) for LarsenOnFilm (1,412) on 24 Jan 2016

manages some acrobatic dance numbers, but they seem oddly confined by the camera's frame…

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By Trevor F (160) on 07 Aug 2013

Critics can all go jump off a cliff! This movies is awesome…

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By Carol H (660) on 24 Jul 2013

This isn't a bad film, but I wouldn't call it great. The musical numbers are good, don't get me wrong…

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