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The Sound of Music

G19652h 54mRobert Wise
IMDb 8.1 · Rotten Tomatoes 83% · Metacritic 63

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"The happiest sound in all the world!"

In the years before World War II, a tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey is hired as a governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children and brings a new love of life and music into the home.

DramaFamilyMusicRomance
ResistanceWorld War IiMusicalAustriaBased On True StoryMusic CompetitionBased On Play Or MusicalAlps MountainsGovernessConvent (nunnery)

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Sound of Music (1965) about?

In the years before World War II, a tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey is hired as a governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children and brings a new love of life and music into the home.

Who stars in The Sound of Music?

The Sound of Music stars Julie Andrews (Maria), Christopher Plummer (Captain Georg von Trapp), Eleanor Parker (The Baroness), Charmian Carr (Liesl von Trapp), Nicholas Hammond (Friedrich von Trapp). The film was directed by Robert Wise.

How long is The Sound of Music?

The Sound of Music has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1965. It is rated G.

Is The Sound of Music worth watching?

The Sound of Music holds an IMDb rating of 8.1/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 83. Fans of Drama, Family, Music are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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