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• Disney’s latest live-action remake, “Pinocchio,” is now streaming on Disney Plus.
• The new movie stars Tom Hanks as Geppetto and Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Jiminy Cricket.
• To watch the film, you’ll need to join Disney Plus for either $8/month or $80/year.

Disney’s latest live-action reimagining, “Pinocchio,” is now streaming exclusively on Disney Plus. The movie’s debut is part of the service’s Disney Plus Day event.

This new take on “Pinocchio” follows the studio’s trend of recreating its classic fairy tales with a mixture of live action and CGI. The movie follows the story of a wooden puppet who dreams of becoming a real boy. The film brings his fantastical journey to life like never before, with impressive computer effects.

Check out the ‘Pinocchio’ trailer

The cast includes Tom Hanks, Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Keegan-Michael Key, Cynthia Erivo, and Luke Evans. The new film is directed by Robert Zemeckis, who is best known for hits like “Who Framed Roger Rabbit,” “Back to the Future,” and “Forrest Gump.”

How to watch ‘Pinocchio’ (2022)

“Pinocchio” (2022) is now available to watch exclusively on Disney Plus. In addition to the new live-action movie, the original animated version of “Pinocchio” (1940) is also available to stream on Disney Plus.

You can subscribe to Disney Plus for $8 a month or $80 a year — but keep in mind that the ad-free price will increase to $11 starting December 8. For a limited time, new and returning members can get their first month of service for just $2. Disney Plus can also be bundled with Hulu and ESPN+ for a starting price of $14 a month.

You can access Disney Plus via browser or the Disney Plus app on most smart TVs, streaming players, or mobile devices. Disney Plus supports up to 4K resolution with Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos audio on compatible TVs and sound systems.

When will ‘Pinocchio’ (2022) be available to rent or buy?

The new 2022 version of “Pinocchio” is being listed as a Disney Plus original movie. This means that it’s unlikely the film will become available to rent or buy on any other services. Instead, the movie is expected to remain exclusive to Disney Plus subscribers.

Is ‘Pinocchio’ (2022) worth watching?

Early reviews for “Pinocchio” (2022) have been mostly mixed or negative. As of September 8, the movie holds a “32%” on Rotten Tomatoes based on 65 reviews from critics. Despite the poor critical reaction, however, the movie’s star-studded cast and impressive effects could still make it worth a watch, especially for families looking for something new to stream.