16 Wishes

2010 · 90 min · EN · G · 6.3 (1,366 votes)

Dir. Peter DeLuise · Starring Debby Ryan, Jean-Luc Bilodeau, Keenan Tracey, Anna Mae Wills, Karissa Tynes, Brenda Crichlow · Music James Jandrisch

“Everyone's sweet 16 is special, Abby's is magical.”

FantasyDramaFamily

The story about Abby Jensen, a girl who's been eager to reach her 16th birthday and has kept a secret wish list since she was a little girl. When the Big Day actually arrives, utter disaster strikes, leaving Abby to think her birthday is ruined. But when a mysterious box of magical birthday candles arrives to turn things around, Abby's 16 Wishes start to come true. Her day gets better and better...until she makes one wish that threatens to change everything.

VIBE

This is a charming, whimsical journey into the magic and mayhem of turning sixteen. It feels like a lighthearted, wish-fulfillment fantasy with a bittersweet undertone, exploring the unexpected twists of growing up and learning what truly matters. Expect a bright, feel-good atmosphere with a touch of cautionary magic.

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