Sleeping Beauty (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 4.5

Released in 2017, Sleeping Beauty is a fantasy and drama film directed by Adolfo Arrieta, running about 82 minutes. “Once a upon a time in 2000...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the kingdom of Letonia, the young prince Égon spends his nights playing the drums. During the day, he only has one thing on his mind: finding Sleeping Beauty in the kingdom of Kentz and breaking the spell over her. But his father, the king, doesn’t believe in fairy tales, and is completely opposed to Égon’s dream. It’s Maggie Jerkins, an archeologist from Unesco, who will provide Egon with the opportunity to follow his heart.
Who’s in it. Sleeping Beauty stars Niels Schneider as Le prince Egon de Létonia, Agathe Bonitzer as Gwendoline / Maggie Jerkins, Mathieu Amalric as Gérard Illinski, le précepteur and Tatiana Verstraeten as La princesse Rosemunde, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Sleeping Beauty has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sleeping Beauty page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sleeping Beauty tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sleeping Beauty (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sleeping Beauty change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sleeping Beauty worth watching?
- Sleeping Beauty holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sleeping Beauty?
- Sleeping Beauty stars Niels Schneider, Agathe Bonitzer, Mathieu Amalric, Tatiana Verstraeten and Serge Bozon.
- When was Sleeping Beauty released?
- Sleeping Beauty was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.