Rapunzel (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1983, Rapunzel is a fantasy, family, romance and tv movie film directed by Gilbert Cates, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. A sinister witch steals the baby of a simple candlemaker and his wife and names her Rapunzel. Determined to keep Rapunzel for herself, the witch locks her up in a tall tower all alone, with no way in or out except by climbing her long, braided hair. Wonders and dangers occur when the girl meets a handsome prince.
Who’s in it. Rapunzel stars Shelley Duvall as Rapunzel / Marie, Rapunzel's Mother / Self - Host, Jeff Bridges as The Prince / Claude, Rapunzel's Father, Gena Rowlands as The Witch and Roddy McDowall as Narrator, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Rapunzel has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rapunzel page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rapunzel tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rapunzel (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rapunzel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rapunzel worth watching?
- Rapunzel holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, family, romance and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rapunzel?
- Rapunzel stars Shelley Duvall, Jeff Bridges, Gena Rowlands, Roddy McDowall and Phil Fondacaro.
- When was Rapunzel released?
- Rapunzel was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.