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Cute but geeky high-school student Samantha Martin (Hilary Duff) is knocked off her feet by her father's untimely death, which leaves his diner and Samantha's well-being in the care of Fiona (Jennifer... read more read more... Coolidge), Sam's thoroughly wicked stepmother. Not one to take on such menial tasks as dishwashing and mopping floors, Fiona exploits Sam's dependence as a method of hoisting any dirty work off her own shoulders. School is hardly a break for Samantha, particularly when Shelby (Julie Gonzalo) is around; spoiled, wealthy, and popular, Shelby treats Samantha nearly as badly as Fiona does. Samantha's life is irrevocably changed, however, by two events: a makeover of epic proportions and a sudden electronic correspondence with a mysterious young man. Due to a misplaced cell phone and a series of fateful coincidences, Samantha and her Prince Charming develop a romance through text messages and e-mails, and ultimately promise to meet face-to-face at the biggest school dance of the year. Of course, getting there doesn't go smoothly, and Samantha may miss her chance to meet her dream date -- none other than Austin (Chad Michael Murray), the most popular boy in school. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

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PG, 1 hr. 35 min.

Directed by: Mark Rosman

Release Date: July 16, 2004

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DVD Release Date: October 19, 2004

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  • superclerk25
    March 19, 2012
    superclerk25
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  • spielberg00
    August 19, 2011
    spielberg00
    A CINDERELLA STORY is a terrible, non-inventive take on the classic tale in Disney style.
  • murphmann93
    June 23, 2011
    murphmann93
    I used to watch this every day. I was obssessed! One of the best chick flicks and one of my favourite quotes 'Never let the fear of striking out, keep you from playing the game.' is in this film. Jennifer Coolidge is nothing short of hilarious and Chad Michael Murray is completel... read morey and utterly dreamy. Definitely a must watch film, you also can't forget the incredible soundtrack that this movie offers. Buy the DVD and listen to the commentary.
  • BEACHBUNNI
    November 1, 2010
    BEACHBUNNI
    fluffy sweet cute chick flick!
  • nadirairdiana
    October 25, 2010
    nadirairdiana
    Nice, light drama for teenagers (especially girls).
  • bbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbb1
    October 18, 2010
    bbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbb1
    it sucks. F
  • movieguru12
    July 22, 2010
    movieguru12
    A great modern day fairy tale favorite :) This is definitely one of my favorites. Great for tween or teenage fun :) I love it ! :)
  • kelliemcmahan
    February 19, 2010
    kelliemcmahan
    gooodness; This movie is so cute, obviously going to have the PERFECT outcome, but I love when they are at the dance and he's asking her questions (Big Mac haha) and when they're dancing - so cute!
  • 3niR
    January 28, 2010
    3niR
    Modern movie of "Cinderella". I enjoyed the whole movie.
  • fb733768972
    January 27, 2010
    fb733768972
    its okay, but its not at all my kind of movie!

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Critic Reviews

Richard Roeper
July 19, 2004
Richard Roeper, Ebert & Roeper

A Cinderella Story doesn't break any new ground, but it's a well-acted little breeze of a film -- perfect if you're a 12-year-old girl. Full Review

Desson Thomson
July 16, 2004
Desson Thomson, Washington Post

Let me get quickly to the word that best describes this movie. It is horrible. Full Review

Stephen Hunter
July 16, 2004
Stephen Hunter, Washington Post

You can say of this movie, truly, that they took the most famous tale in the world and broke it. Full Review

Mike Clark
July 16, 2004
Mike Clark, USA Today

Desperately conceived by even the most insipid standards of contemporary teen-queen cinema. Full Review

Susan Walker
July 16, 2004
Susan Walker, Toronto Star

Give this wannabe Cinderella a big Bibbitti Bobbitti Boo. Full Review

Carla Meyer
July 16, 2004
Carla Meyer, San Francisco Chronicle

It's not a terrible movie, just a disappointingly pleasant one. Full Review

Jay Boyar
July 16, 2004
Jay Boyar, Orlando Sentinel

This witless little comedy takes the classic fairy tale and turns it into a Hilary Duff vehicle about popularity, e-mail and cell phones at a San Fernando Valley high school. Full Review

Stephen Whitty
July 16, 2004
Stephen Whitty, Newark Star-Ledger

Its take is about as original as its title, full of recycled ideas and half-hearted performances. Full Review

Megan Lehmann
July 16, 2004
Megan Lehmann, New York Post

An instantly forgettable wisp of marshmallow that revisits the same teen-crush cliches that have surely been in play since the days of the classic fairy tale it ransacks for inspiration.

Jami Bernard
July 16, 2004
Jami Bernard, New York Daily News

The Prince is a wet rag, the slapstick stepsisters are dull and even the fretful Sam seems colorless. Full Review

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