Charlotte's Web1973Charlotte's Web
1973
Wilbur, a runt pig saved by a farm girl named Fern, learns he is destined for the smokehouse. Charlotte, a wise gray spider in the barn, weaves words into her web to save him.
The default: films the whole family can watch together; any scary or intense moments for the littlest viewers are flagged in the Context Notes.
Why it’s here
E.B. White's classic of friendship and self-giving love. Charlotte's death is treated as part of life's seasons.
Context notes
For parents, before you press play.
Wilbur's threatened slaughter and Charlotte's death at the end are sad, so sensitive children may need comfort. Templeton the rat's greed is played for comedy.
Charlotte's Web (1973)
Discussion questions
When the credits end, go around the room. Each person gives the film a score out of ten and says why.
- How did Charlotte save Wilbur?
- Why did Charlotte call Wilbur "some pig"?
- What did Wilbur do for Charlotte's children?
- What makes a true friend?
Content advisory
Common Sense Media 5+: Wilbur is nearly killed for meat; Charlotte dies at the end.
Trailer
Best edition
The disc comes first.
Charlotte's Web (1973)
DVD · January 24, 2017
Blu-ray listed on Blu-ray.com (release date unconfirmed)
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Where to stream
Streaming services are not listed yet. When they are, this note stays secondary to the disc.