The Willoughbys

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The Willoughbys

PG

2020

1h 32m

Kids & Family

Comedy

Animation

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Neglected by their parents, four old-fashioned siblings venture out into the modern world with their new nanny.

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An appealing animated adventure whose silliness is anchored in genuine emotion, The Willoughbys offers fanciful fun the entire family can enjoy.

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Roxana Hadadi

Chesapeake Family Magazine

The Willoughbys is inconsistent tonally and garishly animated, but its message about family is somewhat comforting.

Rated: 3/5

May 9, 2020

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Kristy Puchko

Pajiba

The Willoughbys is a rollicking romp that's unapologetically bonkers and welcomes audiences into a world of adventure.

May 1, 2020

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Perri Nemiroff

Perri Nemiroff (YouTube)

I think if you appreciate kooky humor and also really vibrant animation, you need to check this one out.

Apr 27, 2020

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Jason Flatt

But Why Tho? A Geek Community

The Willoughbys is a decent movie with endearing characters and excellent messages...It’s not amazing, but certainly worth a go for how endearing and wholesome most of the characters are.

Rated: 7/10

Jan 17, 2023

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Richard Crouse

Richard Crouse

There's a taste of Roald Dahl, a hint of Despicable Me and a dollop of Mary Poppins , but, all spun together, they form a delightfully dark (but not too dark) story about finding the true value of family.

Rated: 3/5

Jan 30, 2021

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Shah Shahid

Comic Years

I highly recommend Netflix's The Willoughbys for a kids' movie that is different from most.

Nov 18, 2020

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Audience Member

A pretty base level animated movie with a thin plot that barely scrapes the surface of its surprisingly deep idea, but it's executed poorly, so I can't say this movie was worth watching

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

06/09/25

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Cameron S

If you’re into a family adventure yet funny film this is definitely for you. It has a very exiting animation and wonderful characters, like Tim and the Twins, but also some interesting characters like the Parents. It could of used a bit more time on the story and the characters but all in all it is a very well done film.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/25/25

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erika m

it kind of gives series of unfortunate events but funnier. The parents are outrage but you cant help but laugh. A great watch for both parents and children.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/13/25

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Zach S

One of the best movies I’ve ever seen! With a very unique animation style! And a huge amount of comedy!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/14/25

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StrawThatBends S

This movie is just so wacky and fun. It knows it's goofy and doesn't take itself all too seriously but it really works. The animation style is also really unique but really pleasing to the eye. The themes about found family are a bit on the nose, but so a are most film's themes. I'd definitely recommend a watch if you like silly films with really cool animation

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/11/25

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Cannon V

It is a missed opportunity the movie could have been much better.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

01/08/25

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Synopsis

Neglected by their parents, four old-fashioned siblings venture out into the modern world with their new nanny.

Director: Kris Pearn
Screenwriter: Kris Pearn
Production Co: BRON Studios, Creative Wealth Media Finance
Rating: PG (Rude Humor|Some Thematic Elements)
Genre: Kids & Family, Comedy, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 22, 2020
Runtime: 1h 32m
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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