The Archies

2023, Movie, 2h 24min

Set in 1960s India, Archie and the gang navigate romance, friendship and the future of Riverdale as developers threaten to destroy a beloved park.

Country: India,United States

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4.2

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Critic Jesse Hassenger

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...it winds up feeling both more faithful to the comics and, in its earnest period-piece way, more modern than Riverdale.

Read full review at Paste Magazine

Critic Leslie Felperin

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The whole shebang is quite bizarre but sort of works, thanks to the brisk pacing of the editing and the joie de vivre that director Zoya Akhtar injects into the proceedings.

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Simon Abrams

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...urges viewers to not only accept but cherish simple pleasures. Or, as one character observes—summarizing Jean-Luc Godard, of all people—“It's not important how you look, it's how you feel.”

Read full review at Roger Ebert

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In the picturesque town of Riverdale, nestled in the Indian mountains of the 1960s, Archie and his friends embark on a journey of self-discovery, love, and friendship. As they navigate the ups and downs of adolescence, they must also confront the threat of developers who aim to destroy their beloved park, a symbol of their community's spirit and tradition. Through music, dance, and the power of friendship, Archie and his gang fight to preserve their park and the memories it holds, all while learning the true meaning of growing up.

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You can stream The Archies on: Netflix

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The Archies was released for streaming on December 7, 2023.

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