The Fabelmans
Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of films can help him see the truth.
Critics Sentiment
Sammy meets director John Ford and receives framing advice
Family takes camping trip with Sammy filming vacation
The film dramatically improves from its slow first hour (6.5) to the powerful affair discovery sequence (8.8), a swing of 2.3 points.
The Fabelmans starts strong with an inspiring opening but sags significantly in its first hour, which critics found overlong and boring. The film recovers powerfully in its middle section with emotional family drama and Michelle Williams' standout performance, then concludes on a high note with the beloved John Ford cameo.
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Michelle Williams
Mitzi Fabelman
Paul Dano
Burt Fabelman
Seth Rogen
Benny Loewy
Gabriel LaBelle
Sammy Fabelman
Mateo Zoryan Francis-DeFord
Younger Sammy Fabelman
Keeley Karsten
Natalie Fabelman
Alina Brace
Young Natalie Fabelman
Julia Butters
Reggie Fabelman
Birdie Borria
Younger Reggie Fabelman
Judd Hirsch
Uncle Boris
Sophia Kopera
Lisa Fabelman
Jeannie Berlin
Hadassah Fabelman
Robin Bartlett
Tina Schildkraut
Sam Rechner
Logan Hall
Oakes Fegley
Chad Thomas
Chloe East
Monica Sherwood
Isabelle Kusman
Claudia Denning
Chandler Lovelle
Renee
Gustavo Escobar
Sal
Nicolas Cantu
Hark
Crew
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