Cinderella -1997- [ 2025 ]

The film’s only frequent criticism is the late-90s production value (some special effects, like the pumpkin transformation, look dated) and the replacement of “Ten Minutes Ago� with “The Sweetest Sounds,� which some purists lament. However, for most viewers, the charm of the performances overcomes any technical limitations. Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella (1997) is more than a TV movie; it’s a cultural milestone. It gave a generation a Cinderella who looked like them, a Prince who was kind and handsome, and a Fairy Godmother with the voice of an angel. With its timeless score, legendary cast, and message that "impossible things are happening every day," it remains the definitive Cinderella for many—and a joyful, sparkling piece of television history. If you want to watch it, the film is currently available to stream on Disney+ and Amazon Prime Video (as of 2025).

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella (1997) is a made-for-television musical that aired on ABC on November 2, 1997. Produced by Whitney Houston and directed by Robert Iscove, this version is a remake of the 1957 and 1965 television productions that used the same classic score by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. cinderella -1997-