Toothless (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 5.4

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Released in 1997, Toothless is a comedy, fantasy and romance film directed by Melanie Mayron, running about 92 minutes. “A fun and fractured fairytale” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A female dentist is cast into limbo after her death in an accident and is given the assignment to act as the Tooth Fairy as her action to be admitted into heaven.

Who’s in it. Toothless stars Kirstie Alley as Katherine Lewis, Dale Midkiff as Thomas Jameson, Ross Malinger as Bobby Jameson and Lynn Redgrave as Rogers, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Toothless has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Toothless page.

If you liked it. Fans of Toothless tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Toothless (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Toothless change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Toothless worth watching?
Toothless holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Toothless?
Toothless stars Kirstie Alley, Dale Midkiff, Ross Malinger, Lynn Redgrave and Daryl Mitchell.
When was Toothless released?
Toothless was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.