The Ant Bully (2006) movie poster

The Ant Bully (2006)

"The battle for the lawn is on."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 51%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 60% (RT: 61%, MC: 59) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
FantasyAdventureAnimationComedyFamily

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Director
John A. Davis
Runtime
1h 29m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.8/10 (1,452 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
61%
Metacritic
59
Cast
Zach Tyler Eisen as Lucas Nickle (voice)
Julia Roberts as Hova (voice)
Meryl Streep as Queen (voice)
Nicolas Cage as Zoc (voice)
Paul Giamatti as Stan Beals (voice)
Bruce Campbell as Fugax (voice)
Regina King as Kreela (voice)
Lily Tomlin as Mommo (voice)
It's divisive. Only 51% of audiences liked it based on 1,452 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 60%.
Overview
Fed up with being targeted by the neighborhood bully, 10-year-old Lucas Nickle vents his frustrations on the anthill in his front yard ... until the insects shrink him to the size of a bug with a magic elixir. Convicted of "crimes against the colony," Lucas can only regain his freedom by living with the ants and learning their ways. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for The Ant Bully was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • During production of The Ant Bully, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Ant Bully is a 2006 fantasy, adventure, animation film directed by John A. Davis. Fed up with being targeted by the neighborhood bully, 10-year-old Lucas Nickle vents his frustrations on the anthill in his front yard ... until the insects shrink him to the size of a bug with a magic elixir.

Convicted of "crimes against the colony," Lucas can only regain his freedom by living with the ants and learning their ways. The film has been rated by 1,452 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a fantasy film, The Ant Bully delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Ant Bully (2006) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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