Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses (2006): Cast & Plot
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses is a 2006 family animated film directed by Greg Richardson, starring Christopher Gaze as King Randolph (voice), Kelly Sheridan and Catherine O'Hara. It runs 1 hour 22 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 22m (82 min)
- Director
- Greg Richardson
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Mainframe Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses About?
The premise of Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In a kingdom where King Randolph wants his daughters—Princess Genevieve and her eleven sisters—to become proper royals, he summons his cousin, Duchess Rowena, for help. The Duchess bans their beloved dancing, leaving the girls despondent. Determined, they discover a secret passage to an enchanted realm where they can dance freely through the night, reviving their joy and spirit.
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- princess commoner love
- germany
- dancing
- bird
- magenta
- shoes
- red
- blue
- flower
- pink
- purple
- orange
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- green
- birthday
- pink dress
- green dress
- blue dress
- red dress
- orange dress
- geranium
- forget me not the flower
- purple dress
- larkspur
- white dress
- honeysuckle
- narcissus
- pink rose
- sunflower
- camellia
- lily of the valley
- sapphire
- garnet
- white lily
- daisy
- pearl
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- citrine
- topaz
- opal
- aquamarine gem stone
- amethyst
- diamond
- emerald
- sparkles
- lily
- white flower
- yellow flower
- blue flower
- pink flower
- magenta fabric
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses Cast & Characters
Christopher Gaze leads the cast as King Randolph (voice), with Kelly Sheridan as Genevieve (voice) and Catherine O'Hara as Duchess Rowena (voice). Directed by Greg Richardson; 20 actors are credited in all.
- Director Greg Richardson
- Christopher Gaze as King Randolph (voice)
- Kelly Sheridan as Genevieve (voice)
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Catherine O'Hara as Duchess Rowena (voice) - Shawn Macdonald as Derek (voice)
Also Starring in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses
· 16 more- Peter Kelamis Brutus (voice)
- Garry Chalk Desmond (voice)
- Chantal Strand Lacey (voice)
- Ashleigh Ball Hadley / Ilsa (voice)
- Britt McKillip Janessa (voice)
- Kathleen Barr Delia (voice)
- David Kaye Royal Doctor / Sentry #2 (voice)
- Nicole Oliver Ashlyn / Twyla (voice)
- Chiara Zanni Edeline (voice)
- Jennifer Copping Blair (voice)
- Mark Oliver Royal Butler / Fabian / Sentry #1 / Guard #1 (voice)
- Gabe Khouth Felix (voice)
- Jonathan Holmes Ambassador (voice)
- Adrienne Carter Fallon (voice)
- Lalainia Lindbjerg Courtney (voice)
- Maddy Capozzi Kathleen (voice)
More from Greg Richardson
More films directed by Greg Richardson: Fireman Sam: Norman Price and the Mystery in the Sky, Max Steel: Monstrous Alliance, Max Steel vs The Toxic Legion and Max Steel: Bio Crisis.
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses Plot Summary
What happens in Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Genevieve and her eleven sisters live in a sunlit castle with their widowed father, King Randolph Christopher Gaze, where they share a fierce love of dancing that the court deems improper for young princesses. Their days sparkle with movement and music, but the palace’s rigid rules cast a shadow over their joy. When their cousin, the stern Duchess Rowena Catherine O’Hara, arrives to “correct” their manners, she drains color, music, and warmth from the halls in a calculated bid to mold them into proper, dutiful ladies. The once-vibrant rooms feel hollow as Rowena imposes new chores, strict routines, and a tone of stern discipline that grows heavier with every passing day.
Full summary
The whole story of Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses, scene by scene
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Barbie in The 12 Dancing Princesses ( 2006 ) | Teaser Trailer US
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Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses?
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses runs 1 hour 22 minutes (82 minutes).
When was Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses released?
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses was released on September 19, 2006.
Who directed Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses?
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses was directed by Greg Richardson.
More films by Greg Richardson Who is in the cast of Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses?
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses stars Christopher Gaze as King Randolph (voice), Kelly Sheridan as Genevieve (voice) and Catherine O'Hara as Duchess Rowena (voice), among 20 credited actors.
Does Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses have a post-credit scene?
No. Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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