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Water for Elephants

PG-1320112h 2mFrancis Lawrence
IMDb 6.9 · Rotten Tomatoes 60% · Metacritic 52
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"Life is the most spectacular show on earth."

In this captivating Depression-era melodrama, impetuous veterinary student Jacob Jankowski joins a celebrated circus as an animal caretaker but faces a wrenching dilemma when he's transfixed by angelic married performer Marlena.

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Based On Novel Or BookElephantClownGreat DepressionElephant TrainerVeterinaryGrandAppreciativeMelodramatic

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Frequently asked questions

What is Water for Elephants (2011) about?

In this captivating Depression-era melodrama, impetuous veterinary student Jacob Jankowski joins a celebrated circus as an animal caretaker but faces a wrenching dilemma when he's transfixed by angelic married performer Marlena.

Who stars in Water for Elephants?

Water for Elephants stars Robert Pattinson (Jacob Jankowski), Reese Witherspoon (Marlena Rosenbluth), Christoph Waltz (August Rosenbluth), Paul Schneider (Charlie), Jim Norton (Camel). The film was directed by Francis Lawrence.

How long is Water for Elephants?

Water for Elephants has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2011. It is rated PG-13.

Is Water for Elephants worth watching?

Water for Elephants holds an IMDb rating of 6.9/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 60. Fans of Drama, Romance are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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