Garfield (2004)

The world's laziest cat leaps from the comic strip to the big screen in this live-action CGI hybrid comedy directed by Peter Hewitt.

Garfield - Movie Information

  • Original Title: Garfield
  • Release Year: 2004
  • Directed by: Peter Hewitt
  • Type: Movie
  • Genres: Comedy, Family
  • Age Rating (US): PG
  • Runtime: 1h 20m
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • Release Date (Theatrical): June 10, 2004 (Canada - G), June 11, 2004 (United States - PG), July 29, 2004 (United Kingdom - U), August 17, 2004 (Germany - 0), August 4, 2004 (France - U), November 5, 2004 (India), July 8, 2004 (New Zealand), September 16, 2004 (Australia - G), July 16, 2004 (Brazil), July 16, 2004 (Mexico), September 24, 2004 (Italy), September 1, 2004 (Spain - 7), August 19, 2004 (South Korea - ALL), December 17, 2004 (China)
  • Alternative Titles: 가필드 1 (KR), Garfield - O Filme (BR), Garfield 1, le film (FR), Garfield: The Movie (US), Гарфийлд (BG), גרפילד 1: הסרט (IL), Garfield 1 - Der Film (DE), ガーフィールド (JP)
  • Production Companies: Davis Entertainment, 20th Century Fox
  • Production Countries: United States of America

Garfield - Plot

Garfield, the fat, lazy, lasagna lover, has everything a cat could want. But when Jon, in an effort to impress the Liz - the vet and an old high-school crush - adopts a dog named Odie and brings him home, Garfield gets the one thing he doesn't want. Competition.

Garfield - Trailer

Watch the official trailer and see Garfield's big-screen adventure unfold:

It's his world… we just live in it.

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Garfield - Cast & Crew

Director(s)

  • Peter Hewitt

Main Cast

  • Bill Murray
  • Breckin Meyer
  • Jennifer Love Hewitt
  • Stephen Tobolowsky
  • Evan Arnold
  • Mark Christopher Lawrence
  • Jimmy Kimmel
  • Debra Messing
  • Nick Cannon
  • Alan Cumming

Writers

  • Joel Cohen
  • Alec Sokolow

Producers

  • John Davis

Garfield - FAQs

Where can you stream Garfield (2004)?

Garfield (2004) is available to stream on Disney Plus and Hulu. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region.

Who voices Garfield in the 2004 movie?

Bill Murray provides the voice of Garfield in the 2004 film. Murray's dry, sardonic delivery became one of the most talked-about elements of the movie, and he later admitted he agreed to the project after mistakenly thinking Joel Coen of the Coen Brothers had written the script.

Is Garfield (2004) based on a true story?

No, Garfield (2004) is not based on a true story. It is adapted from Jim Davis's beloved comic strip, which has run in newspapers since 1978. The film brings the lazy, lasagna-obsessed orange tabby to life using CGI animation blended with live-action footage.

What is the age rating for Garfield (2004)?

Garfield (2004) is rated PG in the United States, making it suitable for general family audiences. Parents may want to note that the film contains mild action and some humor that skews toward adults, though it is largely appropriate for younger children.

Who are the main actors in Garfield (2004)?

The live-action cast includes Breckin Meyer as Jon Arbuckle, Jennifer Love Hewitt as veterinarian Liz, and Stephen Tobolowsky as the villain Happy Chapman. Voice cast highlights include Bill Murray as Garfield, Debra Messing as Arlene, Alan Cumming as Persnikitty, and Nick Cannon as Louis.

What is Garfield (2004) about?

Garfield is a self-satisfied, lasagna-loving cat who rules his comfortable world until his owner Jon adopts a cheerful dog named Odie to impress a veterinarian. When Odie is dognapped by a scheming TV personality, Garfield must overcome his laziness and reluctantly become a hero.

How long is the 2004 Garfield movie?

Garfield (2004) has a runtime of 80 minutes, making it a brisk, family-friendly watch. Its compact length is well-suited for younger viewers and makes it an easy choice for a casual movie night without a significant time commitment.

Did Garfield (2004) perform well at the box office?

Yes, Garfield (2004) was a commercial success. Produced on a budget of approximately $50 million, the film grossed over $200 million worldwide, making it profitable enough to spawn a sequel, Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties, released in 2006.

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