The Cobbler (2014)
A whimsical heirloom allows an intimate, feel-good journey as a cobbler steps into new lives.
Max Simkin repairs shoes in the same New York shop that has been in his family for generations. Disenchanted with the grind of daily life, Max stumbles upon a magical heirloom that allows him to step into the lives of his customers and see the world in a new way. Sometimes walking in another man's shoes is the only way one can discover who they really are.
How intense is The Cobbler?
The Cobbler has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is measured, and it is a comfort watch and a family watch. The humor runs wholesome. Rated PG-13.
What The Cobbler feels like
- Tone
- whimsicalfeel goodheartwarmingintimate
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- wholesome
- Best for
- Comfort watchFamily night
Where to stream The Cobbler
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 16, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Cobbler for you?
Is The Cobbler scary?
No. The Cobbler is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Cobbler gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Cobbler sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Cobbler OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Cobbler?
The Cobbler runs 1h 39m.
Where can I stream The Cobbler?
The Cobbler is streaming on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV and Plex.
Does The Cobbler have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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