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Race to Witch Mountain
2009 98 min United States of America PG 12+
★5.6
Adventure, Family, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Thriller, Action
Director: Andy Fickman
🎭 Based on
«Escape to Witch Mountain»
byAlexander Key
Trailers
Description
A taxi driver gets more than he bargained for when he picks up two teen runaways. Not only does the pair possess supernatural powers, but they're also trying desperately to escape people who have made them their targets.
Budget:
$50M
US Gross:
$67.17M
Worldwide:
$106.39M
Starring
Dwayne Johnson
Actor
Carla Gugino
Actor
AnnaSophia Robb
Actor
Awards
1 win & 1 nomination total
Key opinion
Race to Witch Mountain is generally viewed as a lightweight, formulaic Disney adventure that offers modest entertainment for families while failing to impress critics with its thin plot and uninspired execution. Opinions are polarized regarding the film's value, with some finding it a harmless, watchable distraction and others dismissing it as a derivative and hollow spectacle.
| Screenplay | The screenplay relies on a highly predictable, linear structure that prioritizes simple action over narrative depth or logic. | |
| Acting | Dwayne Johnson’s performance is a major point of contention, with some praising his comedic charm and reliable presence, while others find his acting mismatched or merely functional. | |
| Production | The visual effects are inconsistently received, described by some as impressively styled and functional, while others dismiss them as primitive or cheap. | |
| Acting | AnnaSophia Robb’s performance is highly divisive, viewed by some as a standout asset to the film and by others as a disappointment or lacking emotional range. | |
| Pacing | The film’s pacing is a subject of debate; some appreciate its quick, breezy, and uncomplicated nature, while others feel the thin material is stretched too far and becomes tedious. |