Pleasantville
Movie • 1998

Pleasantville

Nothing is as simple as black and white.

Filmistani81
Blockbuster
IMDb7.5147K
1,993votes
FantasyComedyDramaEnglish1998NetflixFeel GoodStunning Cinematography
Why Watch

A English Fantasy, Comedy film (1998) rated 7.5/10 on IMDb by 146K+ viewers — highly recommended. Starring Tobey Maguire, Reese Witherspoon, known for breathtaking cinematography. Streaming now on Netflix in India.

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Synopsis

Geeky teenager David and his popular twin sister, Jennifer, get sucked into the black-and-white world of a 1950s TV sitcom called "Pleasantville," and find a world where everything is peachy keen all the time. But when Jennifer's modern attitude disrupts Pleasantville's peaceful but boring routine, she literally brings color into its life.

Cast

Tobey Maguire
Tobey Maguire
David
Reese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon
Jennifer
William H. Macy
William H. Macy
George Parker
Joan Allen
Joan Allen
Betty Parker
Jeff Daniels
Jeff Daniels
Mr. Johnson
J.T. Walsh
J.T. Walsh
Big Bob
Paul Walker
Paul Walker
Skip
Don Knotts
Don Knotts
TV Repairman
Marley Shelton
Marley Shelton
Margaret Henderson
Jane Kaczmarek
Jane Kaczmarek
David's Mom

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pleasantville worth watching?

Yes — highly recommended. Filmistani rates Pleasantville 81/100 (IMDb: 7.5/10). A strong pick for fans of Fantasy.

Where can I watch Pleasantville online in India?

Pleasantville is currently streaming on Netflix in India.

Is Pleasantville a hit or flop?

Pleasantville is a blockbuster hit — 146K+ IMDb votes and a Filmistani Score of 81/100 confirm massive audience approval.

What is Pleasantville about?

Geeky teenager David and his popular twin sister, Jennifer, get sucked into the black-and-white world of a 1950s TV sitcom called "Pleasantville," and find a world where everything is peachy keen all the time. But when…

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