Wonder (2017)
An earnest young boy with facial differences navigates fifth grade, finding heartwarming connections and uplifting moments.
The story of August Pullman – a boy with facial differences – who enters fifth grade, attending a mainstream elementary school for the first time.
How intense is Wonder?
Wonder has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a family watch and a comfort watch. The humor runs wholesome. Rated PG.
What Wonder feels like
- Tone
- heartwarmingfeel goodearnestuplifting
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- wholesome
- Best for
- Family nightComfort watch
Where to stream Wonder
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Wonder for you?
Is Wonder scary?
No. Wonder is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Wonder gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Wonder sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Wonder OK for kids?
It is rated PG and nothing here runs hot: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. A safe family pick by the numbers.
How long is Wonder?
Wonder runs 1h 53m.
Where can I stream Wonder?
Wonder is streaming on MGM+.
Does Wonder have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
Cast and crew
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