Barbie: Princess Charm School

In Gardania Blair works as a server in a bustling royal town where palace gossip never stops. She is warm, capable, and quietly curious about life beyond her shift. Then rumors surface that the kingdom once had a queen who bears a striking resemblance to her. Officials decide to test this possibility by sending Blair to Princess Charm School, a glittering academy that trains would-be princesses in etiquette, spellwork, and leadership. Inside the bright halls she encounters stern teachers, helpful mentors, and classmates with their own aims. Blair wants to do right, but her practical outlook clashes with strict rules and refined traditions. The result is lighthearted mischief that challenges expectations while friendship and teamwork slowly take root.

Directed by Ezekiel Norton, this entry in the Barbie franchise extends Elise Allen and Ruth Handler's Princess Charm School concept. It was released in 2011 as a family friendly direct to video feature, part of Mattel's ongoing animation line.

The film did not report a theatrical box office, reflecting its status as a home media release. It was issued as part of Barbie's ongoing line of animated features for family audiences.

The film's reception and themes lean toward identity and belonging without getting heavy handed. It treats royal status as something earned through deeds, not birth. It highlights friendship and teamwork as Blair learns to balance honesty with tact, showing leadership can grow from everyday stubbornness and practical insight.

As part of the Barbie franchise, the film reinforces a family friendly approach to fairy tale storytelling. It contributes to a long running slate of princess tales that blend fashion, magic, and moral lessons for kids. The emphasis on kindness, collaboration, and self belief aligns with the brand's message while courting new audiences to the character of Barbie through adventures that feel approachable and warm.