Pete's Dragon
1977, English. Directed by Don Chaffey.
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Pete, a young orphan, runs away to a Maine fishing town with his best friend a lovable, sometimes invisible dragon named Elliott! When they are taken in by a kind lighthouse keeper, Nora, and her father, Elliott's prank playing lands them in big trouble. Then, when crooked salesmen try to capture Elliott for their own gain, Pete must attempt a daring rescue.
- Runtime
- 2h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 750 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Pete's Dragon
Pete's Dragon is streaming on Disney Plus in India.
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Details
- Released
- 3 November 1977
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Malcolm Marmorstein
- Budget
- $10M
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What Pete's Dragon is based on
Pete's Dragon is adapted from a short story.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Pete's Dragon: quick answers
Is Pete's Dragon worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 750 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Pete's Dragon?
Pete's Dragon runs 128 minutes (2h 8m).
Does Pete's Dragon have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Pete's Dragon. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Pete's Dragon parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Pete's Dragon is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Pete's Dragon on?
Pete's Dragon is streaming on Disney Plus in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Pete's Dragon?
If you liked Pete's Dragon, try My Little Pony: A New Generation, The Boxtrolls, My Father's Dragon.
Who directed Pete's Dragon?
Pete's Dragon (1977) was directed by Don Chaffey and stars Sean Marshall, Helen Reddy, Jim Dale.
What is Pete's Dragon based on?
Pete's Dragon is adapted from a short story.