Ozzie (2006)
A lovable talking koala, a scheming toy mogul, and one very eventful birthday trip collide in this family-friendly screwball adventure.
Ozzie - Movie Information
- Original Title: Ozzie
- Release Year: 2006
- Directed by: William Tannen
- Type: Movie
- Runtime: 1h 30m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, Portuguese
- Release Date (Theatrical): September 20, 2006 (Italy)
- Alternative Titles: Ozzie - Un Koala Molto Speciale (IT), Kicsi a koala, de erős (HU), mon meilleur ami (FR), der Koalabär (DE)
- Production Companies: Daybreak Pacific, Rex Media, TiMe Film- und TV-Produktions GmbH, Vif Babelsberger Filmproduktion GmbH & Co. Dritte KG
- Production Countries: Germany, New Zealand
Ozzie - Plot
Ozzie is a young koala living in Australia. He is kidnapped by two goons (Buzz and Tank) who work for Max Happy, president of Happy Toys. Legend says that Ozzie speaks English and Max wants to clone Ozzie into hundreds of koalas and sell them for a fortune as talking pets! Buzz and Tank "lose" Ozzie on the plane-ride home by accident to Justin Morton, an 8 year old who is celebrating his birthday with his mom, Beth with a trip to Austrailia. Ozzie winds up in Justin's backpack. When Max finds out the koala is missing, a screwball comedy chase begins and ends in a surprise that knocks Max off her throne!
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Ozzie - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- William Tannen
Main Cast
- Spencer Breslin
- Joan Collins
- Ralf Moeller
- Peter Rowley
- Rachel Hunter
- Bruce Allpress
- Anton Tennet
- John Leigh
- Rose McIver
- Adrian Kwan
Ozzie - FAQs
What is Ozzie (2006) about?
Ozzie is a family comedy about a young koala from Australia who is kidnapped by henchmen working for a toy company president. After accidentally ending up in an eight-year-old boy's backpack, the koala triggers a wild screwball chase across continents as the villain pursues her prize.
Who are the main actors in Ozzie?
The film stars Spencer Breslin as Justin Morton, Joan Collins as the villainous Max Happy, Ralf Moeller as Tank Emerson, Rachel Hunter as Beth Morton, Peter Rowley as Buzz Maroni, and Rose McIver as Caitlin. Steven Kynman provides the voice of Ozzie the koala.
Does Ozzie the koala actually talk in the film?
Yes, according to legend within the film, Ozzie is a unique koala who can speak English. This ability is precisely why villain Max Happy, president of Happy Toys, wants to clone him and sell hundreds of talking koalas as pets. Steven Kynman provides Ozzie's voice.
Who directed Ozzie (2006)?
Ozzie was directed by William Tannen. The film is a German and New Zealand co-production, released in September 2006, featuring an international cast that includes Joan Collins, Spencer Breslin, and Rachel Hunter in key roles.
Where was Ozzie (2006) filmed?
Ozzie was filmed primarily in New Zealand and Australia, reflecting its story set in the Australian outback and beyond. The production was a German and New Zealand co-production involving companies including Rex Media and TiMe Film- und TV-Produktions GmbH.
When was Ozzie (2006) released?
Ozzie had its release on September 20, 2006, in Italy. The film is a co-production between Germany and New Zealand, and it was distributed internationally under several alternative titles, including Ozzie - Un Koala Molto Speciale in Italy and der Koalabär in Germany.
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What are similar movies to Ozzie (2006)?
If you enjoyed Ozzie, you may also like Blinky Bill the Movie (2015), Back to the Outback (2021), Blinky Bill's White Christmas (2005), Executive Koala (2006), The Koalas (2024), Koala Rescue (2020), and Blinky Bill (1992) — all featuring Australian wildlife themes or family-friendly adventure.
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