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I've seen my fair share of princess movies. The Little Mermaid, Enchanted, and (of course) The Princess Diaries. But Netflix's new Damsel movie, starring Millie Bobby Brown (who you know as the waffle-loving, super-powered Eleven on Stranger Things), is unlike anything I've ever seen. Read up on what you need to know about the new movie, including why Damsel is the *perfect* title, and then check out our Winter Movie preview!
Watch The New "Damsel" Trailer Here
By far, my favorite thing about the Damsel trailer is how rich the costumes and sets are. There are so many jewel tones, textures, and silhouettes onscreen all at once that I feel like I could reach out and touch them! We've already seen Millie Bobby Brown kick butt as Eleven, so she's totally capable of taking down a dragon if you ask me. (But is it too much to hope she'll befriend the dragon like they do in Shrek?)
What is Damsel about?
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According to the official synopsis from Netflix, Damsel is about "A dutiful damsel agrees to marry a handsome prince, only to find the royal family has recruited her as a sacrifice to repay an ancient debt."
Now, Elodie (Millie Bobby Brown) has to figure out how to survive the betrayal when she's left in a cave with only a fire-breathing dragon to keep her company. This definitely isn't your average princess story!
Who's starring in Damsel?
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Damsel stars Millie Bobby Brown, Angela Bassett, Nick Robinson, Brooke Carter, Ray Winstone, and Robin Wright, who played Princess Buttercup in The Princess Bride. Talk about a full circle moment!
When is Damsel coming out?
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We know Damsel will hit Netflix in 2024, but we don't have a more specific date yet. If I had to guess, I'd say we could get the movie in early spring or summer, but either way, I hope it's sooner rather than later!
Why is the movie called Damsel?
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The title Damsel is a play on the phrase "damsel in distress." While Elodie is poised to become a princess (and, admittedly, is kind of in distress), it's up to her to save herself. That isn't to say that she's choosing power over romance (surprise! You can have both), but she isn't totally and entirely dependent on anyone else. I can already tell that Elodie is just as powerful, strong, and persistent as Millie Bobby Brown herself, and I love it!
Watch The First Teaser For Damsel Here
With a piano-driven song, dark visuals, and an ominous setting, the teaser does an excellent job of showing us the stakes right off the bat. There's also a super fun contrast in the aesthetic of traditional medieval design with more modern details. All in all, this is a new movie you won't want to miss in 2024.
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