Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009)
A wildly inventive animated comedy about a misfit inventor whose food-making machine turns a struggling island town into a delicious — and dangerous — disaster zone.
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - Movie Information
- Original Title: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
- Release Year: 2009
- Directed by: Christopher Miller, Phil Lord
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Animation, Comedy, Family
- Age Rating (US): PG
- Runtime: 1h 30m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): September 17, 2009 (Canada - G), September 18, 2009 (United States - PG), September 18, 2009 (United Kingdom - U), May 31, 2010 (Germany - 6), October 20, 2009 (France - U), November 26, 2009 (New Zealand - G), November 26, 2009 (Australia - G), October 2, 2009 (Brazil - L), September 18, 2009 (Mexico - AA), December 23, 2009 (Italy - T), December 4, 2009 (Spain - APTA), February 11, 2010 (South Korea - ALL)
- Alternative Titles: 食破天惊 (CN), 하늘에서 음식이 내린다면 (KR), 食破天驚 (HK), Cơn Mưa Thịt Viên (VN), Облачно, возможны осадки в виде фрикаделек! (RU), くもりときどきミートボール (JP), Oblacno, sem-tam fasirky (SK), Skýjað með kjötbollum á köflum (IS)
- Production Companies: Sony Pictures Animation, Columbia Pictures
- Production Countries: United States of America
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - Plot
Inventor Flint Lockwood creates a machine that makes clouds rain food, enabling the down-and-out citizens of Chewandswallow to feed themselves. But when the falling food reaches gargantuan proportions, Flint must scramble to avert disaster. Can he regain control of the machine and put an end to the wild weather before the town is destroyed?
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - Trailer
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Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Christopher Miller
- Phil Lord
Main Cast
- Bill Hader
- Anna Faris
- James Caan
- Andy Samberg
- Bruce Campbell
- Mr. T
- Bobb'e J. Thompson
- Benjamin Bratt
- Neil Patrick Harris
- Al Roker
Writers
- Christopher Miller
- Rob Greenberg
- Phil Lord
Producers
- Pam Marsden
- Lydia Bottegoni
- Chris Juen
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - FAQs
Where can you stream Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs?
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It is also available to rent on Spectrum On Demand. Availability may vary by region.
Is Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs based on a book?
Yes, the film is loosely inspired by the 1978 children's picture book of the same name by Judi and Ron Barrett. The movie expands significantly on the book's premise, adding original characters, a full narrative arc, and a much more elaborate storyline.
Who voices the main characters in the film?
Bill Hader voices inventor Flint Lockwood, while Anna Faris plays weather reporter Sam Sparks. James Caan voices Flint's father Tim, Bruce Campbell plays the greedy Mayor Shelbourne, and Neil Patrick Harris provides the voice of Flint's pet monkey Steve.
What is Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs rated?
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs is rated PG in the United States. The rating reflects mild action sequences and some comedic peril, making it suitable for most family audiences, though parental guidance is suggested for younger children.
Who directed Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs?
The film was co-directed by Christopher Miller and Phil Lord, marking their feature directorial debut. The duo went on to direct The LEGO Movie and produce the Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse franchise, establishing themselves as major creative forces in animation.
How long is Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs?
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs has a runtime of 90 minutes, making it a brisk and well-paced animated adventure that keeps younger audiences engaged from start to finish without overstaying its welcome.
Did Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs perform well at the box office?
Yes, the film was a strong commercial success. Produced on a budget of approximately $100 million, it earned over $242 million worldwide at the box office. Its success led to a sequel, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2, released in 2013.
What movies are similar to Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs?
Fans of the film often enjoy Monsters vs. Aliens (2009), Bee Movie (2007), Bolt (2008), and Tangled (2010). These animated comedies share a similarly playful tone, imaginative storytelling, and broad family appeal that made Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs a hit.
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