Madagascar (2005)
DreamWorks Animation's beloved comedy about four zoo animals who trade the comforts of captivity for the untamed wilds of Madagascar.
Madagascar - Movie Information
- Original Title: Madagascar
- Release Year: 2005
- Directed by: Eric Darnell, Tom McGrath
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Family, Animation, Adventure, Comedy
- Age Rating (US): PG
- Runtime: 1h 26m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish
- Release Date (Theatrical): May 25, 2005 (Philippines), May 27, 2005 (United States - PG), May 26, 2005 (Canada - G), July 15, 2005 (United Kingdom - U), July 14, 2005 (Germany - 0), June 22, 2005 (France - TP), August 12, 2005 (India), June 23, 2005 (New Zealand), June 16, 2005 (Australia - PG), June 24, 2005 (Brazil - L), June 17, 2005 (Mexico - B), September 2, 2005 (Italy - T), June 17, 2005 (Spain - APTA), July 14, 2005 (South Korea - ALL), July 15, 2005 (China), June 22, 2005 (Nigeria)
- Alternative Titles: 荒失失奇兵 (CN), Cuộc Phiêu Lưu Đến Madagascar (VN), 마다가스카 1 (KR), Madagaskar (HR), Madagascar 1 (US), 荒失失奇兵 (HK)
- Production Companies: Pacific Data Images, DreamWorks Animation
- Production Countries: United States of America
Madagascar - Plot
Four animal friends get a taste of the wild life when they break out of captivity at the Central Park Zoo and wash ashore on the island of Madagascar.
Madagascar - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see where the wild adventure begins:
They weren't born in the wild... They were shipped there.
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Madagascar - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Eric Darnell
- Tom McGrath
Main Cast
- Ben Stiller
- Chris Rock
- David Schwimmer
- Jada Pinkett Smith
- Sacha Baron Cohen
- Cedric the Entertainer
- Andy Richter
- Tom McGrath
- Christopher Knights
- Chris Miller
Writers
- Billy Frolick
- Mark Burton
- Tom McGrath
- Eric Darnell
Producers
- Mireille Soria
Madagascar - FAQs
Where can you stream Madagascar (2005)?
Madagascar (2005) is available to stream on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region.
Who are the voice actors in Madagascar?
Madagascar features an all-star voice cast including Ben Stiller as Alex the lion, Chris Rock as Marty the zebra, David Schwimmer as Melman the giraffe, Jada Pinkett Smith as Gloria the hippo, and Sacha Baron Cohen as King Julien.
Is Madagascar based on a true story?
Madagascar is not based on a true story. It is an original animated comedy created by DreamWorks Animation. The film draws on the real geography of Madagascar as an island off Africa, but the characters and plot are entirely fictional.
What is Madagascar (2005) about?
Madagascar follows four pampered Central Park Zoo animals — a lion, zebra, giraffe, and hippo — who accidentally escape and end up stranded on the wild island of Madagascar. The film explores themes of friendship, identity, and what it means to truly belong.
How long is the movie Madagascar?
Madagascar has a runtime of 86 minutes (1 hour and 26 minutes), making it a brisk, family-friendly watch well-suited for younger audiences and casual viewing sessions.
What is the age rating for Madagascar?
Madagascar is rated PG in the United States, indicating some material may not be suitable for very young children. The film contains mild slapstick humor and cartoon action, but is generally considered appropriate for all ages.
Did Madagascar win any awards?
Madagascar earned several award nominations upon release, including a Kids' Choice Award for Favorite Animated Movie. The film was a major box office success, grossing over $542 million worldwide on a $75 million budget, cementing its status as a DreamWorks Animation classic.
What movies are similar to Madagascar?
Fans of Madagascar often enjoy Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008), Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted (2012), How to Train Your Dragon (2010), Ice Age (2002), Kung Fu Panda (2008), Penguins of Madagascar (2014), and Monsters, Inc. (2001).
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