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6.2/10   984 votes
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Director:
Writers (WGA):
Meredith Willson (story) and
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Release Date:
16 February 2003 (USA) more
Plot:
Contemporary rethinking of the legendary Broadway musical and 1962 film, updated to reflect a few early... more | add synopsis
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Awards:
Nominated for 5 Primetime Emmys. Another 1 win & 3 nominations more
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Better Than Original more (118 total)

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Runtime:
150 min | USA:180 min (including commercials)
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Fun Stuff

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Sarah Jessica Parker was at one time going to play Marion Paroo opposite real-life husband 'Matthew Broderick'. more
Goofs:
Continuity: Marian mentions ordering the Indiana State Journal of Education for 1901-1910, but when the book arrives, it's clearly labeled "1890-1910." more
Quotes:
Constable Locke: You're quite the clever fellow Prof. Hill, but you made a few mistakes though.
Professor Harold Hill: Oh really?
Constable Locke: Yes, you see, the mayor happens to own that billiard parlor, and that new pool table.
Professor Harold Hill: I see, and what's the second mistake I made?
Constable Locke: That Zaneeta. She's the mayor's oldest girl
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Movie Connections:
Featured in ABC's 50th Anniversary Celebration (2003) (TV) more

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4 out of 5 people found the following comment useful.
Better Than Original, 8 October 2003
10/10
Author: Amanda from Grand Rapids, MI

I think the reason so many people don't like this version is because they are against the idea of a remake, rather that remake is good or bad. Personally, I never liked the original film version of "The Music Man". I don't understand why everyone raves about it so much. I thought the film was poorly done. The backgrounds look like cheap sets from a high school play. I think the chemistry between Robert Preston & Shirley Jones could've been a lot better. There was enough focus on them. It never really seemed as if Preston's Hill was in love with Marian.

However, I love this new version. The sets are 1,000 times better. It actually looks real - go figure! I thought the chemistry between Broderick & Chenoweth was much better, and the increased attention paid to their relationship made the film much more romantic. The added bonus was that the believability of their love made the whole plot seem more realistic. And this all comes from a person who loves classic films and usually despises remakes. Give this film a chance!

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