Animal Crackers

Name: Animal Crackers
Director: Tony Bancroft
Genre: Comedy, Animation, Adventure, Family
Released: 2017-01-01
Duration: 104 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Emily Blunt, John Krasinski, Ian McKellen, Sylvester Stallone, Danny DeVito

2017Dir. Tony Bancroft1h 44m

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Runtime1h 44m

Released2017

Budget$17M

Box office$13.3M

DirectorTony Bancroft

About This Movie

Animal Crackers (2017) has this whimsical tone that feels very much like a throwback to classic family animations. The premise—a magical box of animal-shaped crackers that can bring circus animals to life—sets up a fun adventure that mixes comedy with heartfelt family dynamics. The pacing is a bit uneven at times, but it kind of adds to the quirky atmosphere of the film. The animation style has a certain charm to it, reminiscent of 90s animation in a way, but modernized. The performances are lively, with some solid vocal work that really brings the characters to life. What stands out, though, is the blend of humor and sentiment that runs throughout, making it a unique viewing experience for both kids and adults.

Great for family movie nightsInteresting mix of animation stylesFeatures a unique take on circus themes