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2026 · Movie · 1h 22m · R

Pinocchio: Unstrung

CriticsCritics: 55
AudienceAudience: 5.6

Created by a toymaker and influenced by a sinister cricket, a wooden puppet sets out on a violent quest to become a real boy. His path is tied to a brother who already has what he wants, driving a dark reimagining of a familiar fairy tale.

My take

You may enjoy this if you like dark, violent fairy-tale horror with engaging characters and tension that builds naturally; Not for you if you prefer gentle, family-friendly takes on classic stories.

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Cast

Cameron BellJude Evan LloydRichard BrakeJessica BalmerJack Art GrayRobert EnglundEmma TateLuca Marandola

Director

Rhys Frake-Waterfield

If tonight is a Pinocchio: Unstrung night…

…these live in the same corner of my head.

Want one picked out for tonight?

Tell me what kind of night it is — I'll do the rest.