The Fabelmans (2022)
A young man's filmmaking dream blossoms amidst family turmoil, finding bittersweet truth through the lens.
Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of films can help him see the truth.
How intense is The Fabelmans?
The Fabelmans has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a comfort watch. Rated PG-13.
What The Fabelmans feels like
- Tone
- heartwarmingmelancholynostalgic
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionComfort watch
Where to stream The Fabelmans
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Fabelmans for you?
Is The Fabelmans scary?
No. The Fabelmans is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Fabelmans gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Fabelmans sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Fabelmans 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 Fabelmans?
The Fabelmans runs 2h 31m.
Where can I stream The Fabelmans?
The Fabelmans is streaming on Peacock.
Does The Fabelmans have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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