Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted (2012)
The beloved Central Park Zoo crew hits the road across Europe, trading the savanna for sequins in a wild circus adventure packed with laughs.
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted - Movie Information
- Original Title: Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted
- Release Year: 2012
- Directed by: Eric Darnell, Conrad Vernon et al.
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Animation, Family, Comedy, Adventure
- Age Rating (US): PG
- Runtime: 1h 33m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): June 6, 2012 (Belgium - 12), June 8, 2012 (United States - PG), June 8, 2012 (Canada - G), October 19, 2012 (United Kingdom - PG), October 2, 2012 (Germany - 6), June 6, 2012 (France), June 8, 2012 (India), September 20, 2012 (New Zealand), September 13, 2012 (Australia - PG), June 7, 2012 (Brazil - L), June 8, 2012 (Mexico - AA), August 24, 2012 (Italy - T), July 27, 2012 (Spain), June 6, 2012 (South Korea - ALL), June 8, 2012 (China), July 13, 2012 (Nigeria)
- Alternative Titles: Madagaskar 3: Najtraženiji u Europi (HR), Madagascar 3 - Os Procurados (BR), Madagascar 3: Thần Tượng Châu Âu (VN), Madagascar 3 (US), Madagaskar 3 Euroopa tagaotsitumad (EE), 마다가스카3 : 이번엔 서커스다 (KR), 荒失失奇兵3：歐洲逐隻捉 (TW), Madagascar 3 - Europe's Most Wanted (NL)
- Production Companies: DreamWorks Animation, Pacific Data Images
- Production Countries: United States of America
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted - Plot
Animal pals Alex, Marty, Melman, and Gloria are still trying to make it back to New York's Central Park Zoo. They are forced to take a detour to Europe to find the penguins and chimps who broke the bank at a Monte Carlo casino. When French animal-control officer Capitaine Chantel DuBois picks up their scent, Alex and company are forced to hide out in a traveling circus.
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted - Trailer
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They have one shot to get back home.
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Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Eric Darnell
- Conrad Vernon
- Tom McGrath
Main Cast
- Ben Stiller
- Chris Rock
- David Schwimmer
- Jada Pinkett Smith
- Frances McDormand
- Sacha Baron Cohen
- Andy Richter
- Cedric the Entertainer
- Jessica Chastain
- Bryan Cranston
Writers
- Eric Darnell
- Noah Baumbach
Producers
- Mireille Soria
- Mark Swift
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted - FAQs
Where can you stream Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted?
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted is available to stream on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus. It can also be rented or purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region.
Who voices the main characters in Madagascar 3?
Ben Stiller voices Alex the lion, Chris Rock voices Marty the zebra, David Schwimmer voices Melman the giraffe, and Jada Pinkett Smith voices Gloria the hippo. New additions include Jessica Chastain as Gia, Bryan Cranston as Vitaly, and Frances McDormand as the villainous Captain DuBois.
What is Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted about?
Alex, Marty, Melman, and Gloria travel to Europe to reunite with the penguins and chimps, only to be hunted by relentless French animal-control officer Captain DuBois. To escape her pursuit, the gang joins a struggling traveling circus, embarking on a wild, colorful adventure across the continent.
Is there a post-credits scene in Madagascar 3?
Yes, Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted features a brief post-credits scene. It shows King Julien and Sonya the bear enjoying a romantic moment, providing a fun, lighthearted coda to their unexpected relationship that develops throughout the film. It is a short but entertaining bonus for patient viewers.
What is the age rating for Madagascar 3?
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted is rated PG in the United States, making it suitable for general audiences with parental guidance suggested for younger children. The film contains mild slapstick action, cartoon peril, and some humor aimed at adult viewers alongside its family-friendly content.
Who directed Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted?
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted was directed by Eric Darnell, Conrad Vernon, and Tom McGrath. Eric Darnell and Tom McGrath previously co-directed the original Madagascar (2005) and Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008), while Conrad Vernon joined the team for this third installment.
How long is Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted?
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted has a runtime of 93 minutes, or approximately 1 hour and 33 minutes. This makes it a briskly paced animated adventure well-suited for family viewing, keeping younger audiences engaged throughout without overstaying its welcome.
How was Madagascar 3 received by critics and audiences?
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted was warmly received, earning strong praise for its vibrant animation, energetic humor, and the memorable 'Afro Circus' sequence. Critics considered it the best entry in the franchise. It was also a major box office success, grossing over $746 million worldwide against a $145 million budget.
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