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2007
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Nancy Drew
Positive Reviews
38
Negative reviews
13
Average Rating
3.2
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2.0
Ironically, the film doesnt lose momentum until its plucky heroine has to get down the business of solving a murder mystery.
Av Club
3.0
As the throwback sleuth (an anachronistic word in and of itself), Roberts is an excellent role model for obedience and good citizenship, but theres a ..
Common Sense Media
4.5
But while this series goes forth as a supernatural thriller approach to the Nancy Drew story, it doesnt go overboard with the supernatural element, re ..
Indie Wire
1.0
Historically, Nancy Drew may be the best teen detective around, but in this new screen incarnation she is definitely no spy kid.
Austin Chronicle
4.5
Temperance doesnt do anything unless it benefits her or pleases her motivations.
The Young Folks
4.5
The Drew Crew isnt experienced in using magic, so relying on Temperance Hudson to find the memory posed many risks.
The Young Folks
4.5
We cant lose Ace from the Drew Crew, and hes getting so close to dating Nancy.
The Young Folks
4.5
We cant have Nace end any time soonthey could be perfect for each other.
The Young Folks
1.5
If Tom Swift becomes a TV series, itll be an interesting one to see how it develops, but if it doesnt happen, the character should make a return trip ..
The Young Folks
4.5
Though, the case should be just as thrilling if theres a ghost or not.
The Young Folks
4.5
This villain isnt strong enough of a plot to last an entire season.
The Young Folks
4.5
Bess, on the other hand, isnt so lucky getting caught on fire could happen anywhere!
The Young Folks
1.5
A closer look into Georges home life sheds a lot of light into why shes built a tough exterior.
The Young Folks
4.5
Nancy Drew didnt just dip its toe, it dove head first into the dark waters.
The Young Folks
1.5
The momentum picked up to offer a fun and fast paced mystery, albeit with a killer reveal that didnt completely land.
The Young Folks
3.8
Anachronism is both the joke, and the joy, of Nancy Drew, in which a straight arrow shoots through a crooked universe and realigns its values.
Philly
2.2
Aug 1 The big mystery in Nancy Drew is how this production ever made it to the big screen.
Philly
3.0
Courtesy and civility are in short supply today.Very few adults seem to be modeling the spiritual values of putting others first and doing whatever we ..
Spirituality And Practice
3.5
Reviewed by Dennis Schwartz The throwback film to the Nancy Drew series of the 1930s comes off surprisingly fresh and enjoyable, thanks to the skillfu ..
Sover
3.8
The movies refusal to treat young girls like silly tramps in training is almost radical: Its just good, clean fun and actually offers children of a ce ..
Tv Guide
3.8
Fleming creates a clever, snappy, self aware picture in which Nancy thrives.Shes bubbly and old fashioned, but she serves as the unflappable center to ..
Combust Ible Celluloid
3.5
The film has a wry, buoyant sense of humor, and you get the feeling that odd touches like that are intentionally funny.
Eric Ds Nider
3.0
The movie is good fun for kids of all ages, with a sprightly pace and a clever original script by Tiffany Paulsen and director Andrew Fleming (plus a ..
News Review
3.0
Still, its never less than watchable and theres enough here for the makings of a decent new franchise.
View London
2.2
Clearly the producers of this new film are hoping to start a franchise, but the results are so tepid that even Nancy Drew loyalists may take a pass on ..
Cs Monitor
3.5
The creators of the new film adaptation of Nancy Drew have happily retained Mildred Wirt Bensons beloved books essential, increasingly rare quality, a ..
Film Journal
2.5
It just looks uncomfortable up on the movie screenlike it knows it doesnt belong there.
Mountain X
2.8
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Emanuellevy
2.0
Its another creative franchise falling victim to Hollywoods lack of creativity, desperately turning to irony to make a potentially unhip property pala ..
Reel Talk Reviews
2.8
type Movie Current Status In Season mpaa PG runtime 97 minutes Wide Release Date 06/15/07 performer Tate Donovan, Emma Roberts, Rachael Leigh Cook, Ma ..
Ew
2.0
That this is just about passable as a divorced parents weekend treat is down to Roberts charm and the timeless appeal of Nancy herself.
Empire
3.8
Older kids will think its lame, of course, but younger girls will find a new heroine.
Movies
2.5
To the filmmakers credit, theyre aware of this and take stabs at maintaining her old fashioned appeal.
Sf Gate
2.0
The age old mystery doesnt exactly thrill, but theres humour here and there and a swotty heroine that parents, at least, will approve of.
Bbc
3.0
Much like its sweet natured but businesslike heroine, the movie plays it right down the middle, resulting in a modest but unobjectionable summer diver ..
Washington Post
3.1
Nevertheless, the movie coasts along on sheer good will and Nancys intriguing investigative prowess.
The Movie Boy
2.5
This is bad news for any adult that is chaperoning said little girls, since this movie will not challenge them on any level.
Bullz-Eye
4.5
So it works wonderfully well to make this movie Nancy a bit of a retro throwback.
Flickfilosopher
2.5
For adults, they are diverting at best and (more often) tiresome at worst.
ReelViews
4.0
The Curse of La Llorona cast members Raymond Cruz, Patricia Velasquez and Linda Cardellini, along with director Michael Chaves, share some personal La ..
Calendar Live
3.1
The Mean Girls/Beverly Hills 90120 scenario simply dumbs the movie down.Still theres enough right about the film to warrant another Nancy Drew mystery ..
Hollywood
2.5
But Fleming is compelled to push for that contemporary upgrade and he fills the film with many airheaded moments that feel like outtakes from every ot ..
Seattle Pi
3.1
But the film always remains entertaining, mostly due to Brooks performance which is essentially one long reaction shot.
Reel Film
3.1
Some of us have been waiting more than 40 years for a decent Nancy Drew movie.
The Star
3.0
Nancy Drew is a sweet family film that pre teen girls should love.
Urban Cine File
2.5
Serving as another example of a family friendly film that opts for predicaments too severe to sensibly resolve, Nancy Drew leaves viewers with unbelie ..
3.0
With the school holidays approaching, this is a good choice for the tween, young teen audience, but there is very little here for the older fans of th ..
Nz Herald
4.5
This certainly isnt dull, but it is a touch uncinematic and more than a little preachy.
Ft
2.5
However, fans waiting for a uniquely Nancy Drew film may still be waiting.
Christianity Today
1.0
In either case, is it really worth you waiting to make arrangements for estate planning with regard to your estate and how it could impact those you l ..
News Blaze
2.5
And unfortunately, the film isnt likely to appeal to anyone over ten.
Big Picture Big Sound
3.1
They fill Nancy Drew with plenty of montages to kill time when the story runs thin, but the overall movie is entertaining, has some fun cameos and cou ..
Waffle Movies
3.1
Flemings movie doesnt fuss much with originality or storytelling logic in this alternate Nancy universe, no one knows the Heimlich maneuver but it doe ..
Chron
1.0
Its a dire updating of the Nancy Drew franchise for the Mean Girls generation: the new adventures of the feisty young gal with a genius for amateur sl ..
Film Guardian
3.2
Is Nancy Drew the start of a new franchise.Only the dollar signs will tell, but I can certainly think of worse material for a series of films than thi ..
From The Balcony
3.8
In a Tina Fey movie, the False Bottom Chest might be a strip bar, but in Nancy Drew, its the location of the deceaseds last will and testament.
Denver Post
2.5
For adults, there are some pleasures to be found here and there, but parents wont be blown away by it the way their daughters will.
Aisle Seat
2.2
Its an utter embarrassment that this movie should even carry the Nancy Drew name.
Film Critic 1963 Typepad
3.8
Fleming doesnt tax Roberts much beyond the basic emotions, but the young actress has an unflappable charm that finds balance with the buoyant material ..
English Oh My News
2.5
Its diverting without ever being enjoyable, clever without being funny.
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3.8
OF COURSE your brother hated Nancy Drew.The boys always had her pegged as the kind of girl who would someday make them feel small, a know it all, good ..
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