The Country Bears

G

Released Jul 26, 2002

1 hr. 28 min.

Kids & Family

Comedy

List

29%

85 Reviews

Tomatometer

34%

10,000+ Ratings

Audience Score

Like other celebrated rock-and-roll groups, the members of the legendary group the Country Bears were torn apart by the perils of their own success: ego, jealousy, and a little too much honey. The story of how eager young fan Beary Barrington can convince the bitter ex-members of the rock band to put aside their differences and perform a benefit concert to save Country Bear Hall, the legendary venue where the band got its start.

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Critics Consensus

Despite all the celebrities on hand, this spin-off from a theme park attraction still feels tired and hokey.

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Barilla T

Extremely Underrated movie. Yes it is goofy but it is perfect for kids and adults will appreciate the cameos from the famous musicians plus Walken at his wackiest

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/28/24

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Dalton

Funny, good paced, family friendly entertainment. Surprisingly good SFX!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/16/24

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Warren A

This movie's terrible script has earned it every one of these bad reviews. But mixed in with the unfortunate adoption plot and the Blues Brothers inspired road trip are a few fantastic musical performance, voiced by Bonnie Raitt, Don Henley, Jon Hiatt and others. Given the brisk 90 minute running time, sitting through (or fast forwarding past) the bad leaves a few scenes that are quite enjoyable.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

09/10/23

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cayleejune

this is the BEST movie ever. such a masterpiece. 100000/10. my favorite character is fred bedderhead. he is so awesome and cute. zeb zoober is the craziest character ever. he is so funny. everyone needs to watch!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/20/23

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Monycya T

Jais adoré ce film ❤❤❤❤⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/14/23

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joe l

It's very cheesy but I couldn't stop laughing. Some of the music isn't my taste but I really like the song with Brian Setzer. Great over the top acting by all humans. Bonnie Raitt, Elton John, Brian Setzer and many other fun appearances by popular musicians. It's heartwarming.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/10/23

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Peter Hastings

Director

Christopher Walken

Reed Thimple

Stephen Tobolowsky

Norbert Barrington

Daryl "Chill" Mitchell

Officer Hamm

M.C. Gainey

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Diedrich Bader

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Nell Minow

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A dumb story about a bear adopted by humans.

Rated: 3/5

Dec 28, 2010

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Dallas Morning News

Rated: C+

Feb 7, 2004

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Dan Fienberg

L.A. Weekly

Kids will probably enjoy the sight of huge, bumbling teddy bears... Parents will exit wondering why this piece of unnecessary cross-promotion wasn't released straight to video.

Sep 26, 2002

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Richard Propes

TheIndependentCritic.com

This Disney film is an underrated, wonderful view for the entire family.

Rated: 3.0/4.0

Sep 5, 2020

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Rachel Wagner

Rachel's Reviews (YouTube)

Besides the oddity of the bears it doesn't have much else going for it

Aug 8, 2020

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Danielle Solzman

Solzy at the Movies

The Country Bears may not be a perfect film but it's still a lot of fun to watch.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 29, 2020

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Synopsis

Like other celebrated rock-and-roll groups, the members of the legendary group the Country Bears were torn apart by the perils of their own success: ego, jealousy, and a little too much honey. The story of how eager young fan Beary Barrington can convince the bitter ex-members of the rock band to put aside their differences and perform a benefit concert to save Country Bear Hall, the legendary venue where the band got its start.

Director: Peter Hastings
Screenwriter: Mark Perez
Distributor: Walt Disney Pictures
Production Co: Walt Disney Pictures, Working Bear Productions Inc.
Rating: G
Genre: Kids & Family, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 26, 2002, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 1, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $17.0M
Sound Mix: Dolby Stereo, Dolby A, SDDS, DTS, Surround, Dolby Digital, Dolby SR
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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