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Beauty and the Beast

In this enchanting tale, a stunning young woman becomes the captive of a mystical creature, who demands that she be his bride.

Young adult siblings Adélaïde, Belle, Félicie, and Ludovic are struggling to make ends meet after their father's merchant ships are lost at sea. Belle's sisters waste the family's remaining money on themselves, while Belle dedicates herself to helping their father. Belle's father gets lost in a storm and takes shelter in a magical castle, where he steals a rose blossom, which Belle had requested. The castle's inhabitant, a terrifying beast, demands that Belle's father pay for his theft by sacrificing one of his daughters.

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Info about Beauty and the Beast

Studio(s): Andre Paulve Film

Originally Released: United States, Oct 29, 1946

Production Country: France

Genres:Drama, Fantasy, Romance