Ballerina (2016)
Kernel Score: 81% · 1,970 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family
Released: 2016-12-14
Runtime: 89 minutes
Where to watch Ballerina
- Stream: Netflix
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In 1879 Paris, a young orphan dreams of becoming a ballerina and flees her rural Brittany for Paris, where she passes for someone else and accedes to the position of pupil at the Grand Opera house.
Ballerina parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that Ballerina (2016) is a PG animated family film about an orphan pursuing her dream of becoming a ballerina in 19th-century Paris.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Eric Summer
Cast
- Elle Fanning as Félicie Milliner (voice)
- Dane DeHaan as Victor (voice)
- Carly Rae Jepsen as Odette (voice)
- Maddie Ziegler as Camille Le Haut (voice)
- Mel Brooks as Mustachioed Creep (voice)
- Julie Khaner as Regine Le Haut (voice)
- Terrence Scammell as Merante (voice)
- Joe Sheridan as Director of Opera (voice)
- Tamir Kapelian as Rudolph / Mathurin (voice)
- Elana Dunkelman as Dora / Rosita (voice)
Ballerina FAQ
Is Ballerina good?
Ballerina has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,970 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Ballerina?
In the US you can stream Ballerina on Netflix and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Ballerina OK for kids?
Ballerina is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that Ballerina (2016) is a PG animated family film about an orphan pursuing her dream of becoming a ballerina in 19th-century Paris.
What movies are like Ballerina?
If you liked Ballerina, try The Little Prince, Vivo, Robin Robin and Up.