The Star (2017) movie poster

The Star (2017)

"It takes many tails to tell the greatest story ever."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 71%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 44% (RT: 45%, MC: 42) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
AnimationComedyAdventureFamilyFantasy

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Director
Timothy Reckart
Runtime
1h 26m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (602 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
45%
Metacritic
42
Cast
Steven Yeun as Bo (voice)
Gina Rodriguez as Mary (voice)
Zachary Levi as Joseph (voice)
Keegan-Michael Key as Dave (voice)
Kelly Clarkson as Leah (voice)
Anthony Anderson as Zach (voice)
Kris Kristofferson as Old Donkey (voice)
Ving Rhames as Thaddeus (voice)
Most people think so. 71% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 602 votes. Critics scored it lower at 44%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A small but brave donkey and his animal friends become the unsung heroes of the greatest story ever told: the first Christmas. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Steven Yeun spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Timothy Reckart cited several classic animation films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

The Star is a 2017 animation, comedy, adventure film directed by Timothy Reckart. A small but brave donkey and his animal friends become the unsung heroes of the greatest story ever told: the first Christmas. The film has been rated by 602 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a animation film, The Star 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 Star (2017) 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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