The Princess Bride (1987)
Kernel Score: 85% · 4,990 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Adventure, Family, Fantasy, Comedy
Released: 1987-09-25
Runtime: 99 minutes
Is The Princess Bride worth watching?
Must-watch. A fairy tale told with jokes, sword fights and real romance, framed as a story a grandfather reads to a sick boy. It's funny, charming and endlessly quotable, and it works for almost any age.
Watch it if you
- like fantasy that doesn't take itself seriously
- enjoy witty dialogue and swashbuckling
- want a film the whole family can enjoy
Skip it if you
- dislike fairy-tale romance
- want modern, fast-paced storytelling
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch The Princess Bride
- Stream: Hulu
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In this enchantingly cracked fairy tale, the beautiful Princess Buttercup and the dashing Westley must overcome staggering odds to find happiness amid six-fingered swordsmen, murderous princes, Sicilians and rodents of unusual size. But even death can't stop these true lovebirds from triumphing.
The Princess Bride parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that The Princess Bride is a beloved PG family fantasy-adventure with swashbuckling action, mild peril, and a wholesome love story.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Sword fights, wrestling, and cartoonish peril including revenge plots, but nothing graphic.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like The Princess Bride
If you liked The Princess Bride, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Stardust (2007) — 84%: Modern fairy tale with wit, romance and magic.
- Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975) — 89%: Silly, quotable medieval comedy.
- Stand by Me (1986) — 89%: Same director, with a very different, heartfelt tone.
- The Wizard of Oz (1939) — 87%: Classic fantasy journey with memorable characters.
- Willow (1988) — 76%: Fantasy quest with warmth and humour.
Director
Cast
- Cary Elwes as Westley
- Robin Wright as The Princess Bride
- Mandy Patinkin as Inigo Montoya
- Chris Sarandon as Prince Humperdinck
- Christopher Guest as Count Rugen
- Wallace Shawn as Vizzini
- André Roussimoff as Fezzik
- Fred Savage as The Grandson
- Peter Falk as The Grandfather
- Peter Cook as The Impressive Clergyman
The Princess Bride FAQ
Is The Princess Bride worth watching?
Must-watch. A fairy tale told with jokes, sword fights and real romance, framed as a story a grandfather reads to a sick boy. It's funny, charming and endlessly quotable, and it works for almost any age.
Where can I watch The Princess Bride?
In the US you can stream The Princess Bride on Hulu and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Princess Bride OK for kids?
The Princess Bride is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that The Princess Bride is a beloved PG family fantasy-adventure with swashbuckling action, mild peril, and a wholesome love story.
What movies are like The Princess Bride?
If you liked The Princess Bride, try Stardust, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Stand by Me and The Wizard of Oz.