Pete's Dragon
Pete, a young orphan, runs away to a Maine fishing town with his best friend a lovable, sometimes invisible dragon named Elliott! When they are taken in by a kind lighthouse keeper, Nora, and her father, Elliott's prank playing lands them in big trouble. Then, when crooked salesmen try to capture Elliott for their own gain, Pete must attempt a daring rescue.
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Streaming now in the United States on Disney Plus.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Pete's Dragon - 1984 Reissue Trailer
Pete's Dragon - 1977 Theatrical Trailer
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Frequently asked questions about Pete's Dragon
Where can I watch Pete's Dragon in the United States?
Pete's Dragon is available to stream on Disney Plus in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Pete's Dragon on Disney Plus?
Yes. Pete's Dragon is streaming on Disney Plus in the United States.
Can I watch Pete's Dragon for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Pete's Dragon needs a subscription to Disney Plus, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Pete's Dragon?
Pete's Dragon scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Pete's Dragon?
Pete's Dragon stars Sean Marshall, Helen Reddy, Jim Dale, Mickey Rooney, and Red Buttons. Don Chaffey is the director.
How long is Pete's Dragon?
Pete's Dragon runs 2h 8m (128 minutes).
When did Pete's Dragon come out?
Pete's Dragon was released on November 3, 1977.
Which studio made Pete's Dragon?
Pete's Dragon was produced by Walt Disney Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for Pete's Dragon?
Pete's Dragon was made on a budget of $10,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.