Curious George

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Curious George

G

2006

1h 27m

Kids & Family

Comedy

Adventure

Animation

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In this animated film, explorer Ted journeys to Africa hoping to recover an important artifact for his friend Bloomsberry, a museum director. Instead, however, he discovers an irrepressible little primate named George, who stows away on the ship back to New York City. There, Ted tries to stop plans to demolish the museum, but he has his hands full taking care of his new simian friend, whose curiosity may turn out to be more beneficial than anyone had imagined.

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Critics Consensus

Curious George is a bright, sweet, faithful adaptation of the beloved children's books.

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Christy Lemire

Deseret News (Salt Lake City)

10/18/2008

2.5/4

Director Matthew O'Callaghan and screenwriter Ken Kaufman haven't tried to create a film that's hip, just one that's funny and sweet, and in that sense they've succeeded.

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Kate Taylor

Globe and Mail

06/04/2008

2/4

Gentle enough to satisfy the wee ones but has little to offer their adult companions...

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Nathan Rabin

AV Club

02/02/2007

B-

The welcome absence of strained cleverness qualifies as one of its biggest virtues.

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James Croot

The Post NZ

07/12/2023

3.5/5

Throw in an impressive vocal cast, including Van Dyke, Ferrell, Drew Barrymore and Joan Plowright and a terrific batch of toe-tapping Jack Johnson tunes -- and, even more than 15 years on, George is a movie with great school holiday appeal.

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Richard Propes

TheIndependentCritic.com

09/05/2020

3.0/4.0

It is, quite contentedly, a children's film.

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Debbie Lynn Elias

Behind The Lens

11/07/2019

Get curious! Let Curious George bring out the curiosity in you this weekend.

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Paul

Jul 16

Took my three year-old to the movies for the first time. Movie was actually entertaining for him as well as me.. lots of funny moments.

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Blake- N

@PBSAniDom Apr 19

*Curious George* is a charming and heartfelt children’s film that captures the spirit of the classic books while adding its own gentle storytelling. The animation is bright and inviting, perfectly suited for younger audiences, and the tone stays warm and wholesome throughout. What really works is how the film balances simple humor with a meaningful message about curiosity, kindness, and finding where you belong. George is an endearing character whose playful nature never feels annoying, and his bond with the Man in the Yellow Hat gives the story an emotional core. Overall, its a 7/10, The pacing is relaxed, which might not appeal to everyone, but it fits the film’s comforting style. It’s not groundbreaking, but it’s sincere, enjoyable, and great for families.

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Jorge R.

@jlrtechno Mar 18

I grew up With Curious George. The movie was Colorful and Funny. I enjoy this movie as a kid and I surprisingly still do, brings me back. 🐒

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Elijah K.

@Guntotinkidd Mar 13

If I could use one word to describe the delicate experience I would say love

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Noah H

@Noah85 Jan 30

Really cute movie. Remember loving it when I was little. The Man and the Yellow Hat car jump was SICK!!!!

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Peyton W

@CCHS_Football_2834 Jan 15

This movie is my childhood

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Matthew O'Callaghan

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Maggie

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Mr. Bloomsberry

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Synopsis

In this animated film, explorer Ted journeys to Africa hoping to recover an important artifact for his friend Bloomsberry, a museum director. Instead, however, he discovers an irrepressible little primate named George, who stows away on the ship back to New York City. There, Ted tries to stop plans to demolish the museum, but he has his hands full taking care of his new simian friend, whose curiosity may turn out to be more beneficial than anyone had imagined.

Director: Matthew O'Callaghan
Producer: Brian Grazer, Ron Howard
Screenwriter: Ken Kaufman, David Reynolds
Distributor: Universal Pictures
Production Co: Universal Pictures
Rating: G
Genre: Kids & Family, Comedy, Adventure, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 10, 2006, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 19, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $58.3M
Runtime: 1h 27m
Sound Mix: SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)