Charming (2018): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Charming is a 2018 animated comedy directed by Ross Venokur, starring Jim Cummings as King Charming / Goat Maître D' (voice), Wilmer Valderrama and Nia Vardalos. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $8.9 million worldwide on a $20 million budget. Its Echo Score is 59/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Ross Venokur
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- 3QU Media
- Budget
- $20M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Charming About?
The premise of Charming without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Three fairy tale princesses find themselves engaged to the same guy, Prince Charming.
Charming Themes & Keywords
· 25 tags- fairy godmother character
- prince charming character
- sleeping beauty character
- snow white character
- the beast character
- cinderella character
- one word title
- looking for true love
- cgi animation
- character name as title
- surname as title
- princess
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- princesses
- engagement
- fairy tale
- curse
- psychotronic film
- female protagonist
- title directed by male
- title written by male
- 3d
- 3 dimensional
- cg animation
- romantic comedy
- fairy tale fantasy
Charming Cast & Characters
Jim Cummings leads the cast as King Charming / Goat Maître D' (voice), with Wilmer Valderrama as Prince Philippe Charming (voice) and Nia Vardalos as Nemeny Neverwish (voice). Directed by Ross Venokur; 34 actors are credited in all.
- Director Ross Venokur
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Jim Cummings as King Charming / Goat Maître D' (voice) -
Wilmer Valderrama as Prince Philippe Charming (voice) -
Nia Vardalos as Nemeny Neverwish (voice) -
Carlos Alazraqui as King Beauty / Cranky Dwarf / Frazelli The Baker (voice)
Also Starring in Charming
· 30 more- Ashley Tisdale Cinderella (voice)
- Avril Lavigne Snow White (voice)
- G.E.M. Sleeping Beauty (voice)
- Demi Lovato Lenore / Lenny (voice)
- Tara Strong Matilija Chief (voice)
- Sia Half-Oracle (voice)
- Dee Bradley Baker Illy / The Beast / Main Man (voice)
- Tom Kenny Blessing Fairy (voice)
- John Cleese Fairy Godmother / Executioner (voice)
- Jillian Bell
- Cory Edwards Town Crier (voice)
- Gwendoline Yeo Maiden (voice)
- Steve Aoki Matilija DJ (voice)
- Chris Harrison Painter (voice)
- Stephanie Lemelin
- Moosie Drier
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- Dallas Lovato
- David Cowgill
- Edie Mirman
- Stephen Apostolina
- Eric Lopez
- Michelle Ruff
- Jackie Gonneau
- Ayesha Curry Dainty Dish Chef (voice)
- Madison De La Garza
- Holly Dorff
- Aidan Wasserman Young Boy (voice)
- Ava Wasserman Young Girl (voice)
- Mylissa Acevedo
- Marilyn Valderrama
Charming Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 59/100, strongest in art & craft (72) and weakest in story & flow (45).
Charming Echo Score Breakdown
Charming delivers a visually appealing package with commendable production design and a memorable soundtrack, but its narrative structure and character development falter. Reviewers highlighted the film's attractive art direction and enjoyable music, yet repeatedly noted a predictable, forced plot and uneven emotional resonance. The mixed reception results in a film that entertains in short bursts but struggles to sustain engagement on repeat viewings.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 72
The visual design of Charming is widely praised for its detailed settings and appealing aesthetics. Critics noted the beautiful art direction and careful attention to background elements, while a few pointed out occasional animation roughness. Overall, the film's craftsmanship in art and production design stands out as a notable strength.
- Character & Emotion 60
Character work in the film receives mixed feedback, with some performances described as professional and voice work lauded. However, several reviewers found interactions forced and character depth lacking. The combination of competent voice acting and uneven character development yields a moderate assessment of this aspect.
- Story & Flow 45
Narrative cohesion is the film's weakest point, with many critics citing a predictable, cliché‑laden plot that stalls and feels rushed. While a few appreciated the core concept, the majority mentioned poor pacing and thin writing. Consequently, the story is judged as below average.
- Sensory Experience 65
The auditory experience receives generally positive remarks, especially for a lively soundtrack that enhances the viewing. Some viewers, however, complained about synchronization issues and uneven sound design. On balance, the sensory elements are considered solid with occasional flaws.
- Rewatch Factor 55
Rewatch potential is moderate; certain audiences express enthusiasm for repeat viewings, citing the film's charm and music, while others find the experience forgettable or even tedious. The divergent opinions result in an average appeal for subsequent watches.
Charming Plot Summary
What happens in Charming from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Prince Philippe Charming is under a powerful curse cast by his father’s former partner, Nemeny Neverwish, a jealous witch who resented that Charming’s father never married her. The spell makes him irresistibly charming to every woman in the land, a charm that lasts until his 21st birthday, when the magic will fade unless he can find his one true love. This fate drapes the realm in a complicated, hopeful tension: all the women who fall under his sway are left wondering whether their feelings could be real, and Charming himself is forced to confront what true love might actually mean beyond surface enchantment. The stakes are clear from the start: happiness is possible, but it hinges on a single, elusive connection that can break the spell at the last moment.
Full summary
The whole story of Charming, scene by scene
Charming Box Office & Budget
Charming grossed $8.9 million worldwide on a $20 million budget, 44% of what it cost.
Worldwide gross
$8.9M
44% of its budget back
- International
- $8.9M
- Budget
- $20M
Charming Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Official UK Trailer
How Well Do You Know Charming?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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- Question 10: not answered
What is the name of the thief who disguises herself as a baker?
Charming Also Known As
26 alternative titles, including “Encantado” and “Ο Μαγεμένος Πρίγκιπας”.
- Also known as
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- Encantado
- Ο Μαγεμένος Πρίγκιπας
- Чаровният принц
- Bűbáj herceg és a nagy varázslat
- Зачарований принц
- El príncipe Encantador
- Распрекрасный принц
- Чаробни принц
- בלגן בממלכה
- Prinz Charming
- Prinčeva strana priče
- Książę Czaruś
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- Príncipe Bué Encantado
- Princ Krasoň
- C'era una volta il Principe Azzurro
- 白马王子
- Prince Charming
- Daiļais princis
- Charming : Un Prince Trop Charmant
- Princas Žavusis
- Hoàng Tử Hào Hoa
- Yakışıklı Prens
- 프린스 챠밍
- Začarani princ
- Prinssi Urhea
- Võluv prints
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Charming FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Charming, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Charming?
Charming runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Charming released?
Charming was released on March 26, 2018.
Who directed Charming?
Charming was directed by Ross Venokur.
More films by Ross Venokur Who is in the cast of Charming?
Charming stars Jim Cummings as King Charming / Goat Maître D' (voice), Wilmer Valderrama as Prince Philippe Charming (voice) and Nia Vardalos as Nemeny Neverwish (voice), among 34 credited actors.
How much did Charming make at the box office?
Charming grossed $8.9 million worldwide on a budget of $20 million.
Does Charming have a post-credit scene?
No. Charming has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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