The One and Only Ivan (2020) movie poster

The One and Only Ivan (2020)

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ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 63%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 65% (RT: 72%, MC: 58) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
FamilyComedyDrama

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Director
Runtime
1h 33m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (619 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
72%
Metacritic
58
Cast
Sam Rockwell as Ivan (voice)
Brooklynn Prince as Ruby (voice)
Angelina Jolie as Stella (voice)
Danny DeVito as Bob (voice)
Helen Mirren as Snickers (voice)
Phillipa Soo as Thelma (voice)
It's divisive. Only 63% of audiences liked it based on 619 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 65%.
Overview
A gorilla named Ivan whoโ€™s living in a suburban shopping mall tries to piece together his past, with the help of other animals, as they hatch a plan to escape from captivity. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Thea Sharrock cited several classic family films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Bryan Cranston spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

The One and Only Ivan is a 2020 family, comedy, drama film directed by Thea Sharrock. A gorilla named Ivan whoโ€™s living in a suburban shopping mall tries to piece together his past, with the help of other animals, as they hatch a plan to escape from captivity. The film has been rated by 619 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a family film, The One and Only Ivan 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 One and Only Ivan (2020) 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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