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  • Dolphin Tale 3D
  • Opened September 23, 2011 | Runtime:1 hr 53 min
  • PG
    Some mild thematic elements
  • Information for parents: Common Sense Media says OK for kids 7+. Read More
  • While swimming free in the ocean, a young dolphin gets caught in a trap and severely damages her tail. Though she is rescued and transported to Clearwater Marine Hospital, her tail cannot be saved, and the prognosis is dire. What the dolphin, now Read More
  • Cast: Harry Connick Jr., Ashley Judd, Nathan Gamble
  • Director: Charles Martin Smith
  • Genres: Action/Adventure, Drama

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  • Nathan Gamble as Sawyer Nelson in "Dolphin Tale."
  • Harry Connick Jr. as Dr. Clay Haskett, Morgan Freeman as Dr. Cameron McCarthy and Nathan Gamble as Sawyer Nelson in "Dolphin Tale."
  • Rufus The Mischievous Pelican and Ashley Judd as Lorraine Nelson in "Dolphin Tale."
  • Ashley Judd as Lorraine Nelson in "Dolphin Tale."
  • Nathan Gamble as Sawyer Nelson in "Dolphin Tale."
  • Kris Kristofferson as Reed Haskett in "Dolphin Tale."
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Cast Interviews Exclusive: Dolphin Tale Video Interivews Morgan Freeman talks about what drew him to this family movie while Harry Connick Jr. talks about Winter the dolphin and the local aquarium. Welcome to Fandango's Family-Friendly Guide Here, we'll take you through a quick rundown of all the films good for family moviegoing through 2011.

Dolphin Tale 3D Recent Fan Reviews

  • Must Go!

    Dolphin Tale

    by Sammy3165

    The critics who dissed this movie just don't get it. I feel really sorry for anyone who saw this heartwarming film and wasn't touched by the humanity and goodness that shines through. This is one of the best family movies to come along in years and when you think about all the crap that gets into our theaters, you'll realize that your kids or grandkids really need more stories like this. It's based on a real story folks and real people, not some computer-generated piece of science fiction that is nothing but someone's imagination run wild. Go see this great movie and feel good about Winter and the people who struggled to save her.

  • Must Go!

    Dolphin Tale is a must see movie for the whole family!

    by letsseenow

    This movie is a true story and will restore your faith in mankind. If you're faint of heart with movies like this, don't worry. The scenes where the dolphin is injured are not too graphic, and it's a feel good movie. A movie well done!

  • Must Go!

    very beautiful storyline

    by buzzi23

    A must see with the entire family! A very touching story that will make you want to drive to Clearwater to see Winter.

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Dolphin Tale 3D Critic Reviews

Go Avg. Critic Score 64 out of 100 Metascore ® based on all critic ratings.

Critic scores range from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating more favorable reviews.

  • 83
    St. Petersburg Times | Steve Persall

    Director Charles Martin Smith presents the kind of movie that gives...

  • 75
    Philadelphia Inquirer | Carrie Rickey

    Between the earnest boy, his playful mammal, the film from...

  • 75
    Boston Globe | Ty Burr

    The dolphin is, quite simply, remarkable, and the unstated message of...

  • 75
    New York Observer | Rex Reed

    The movie often seems too good to be true, but by the end I wanted a dolphin...

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