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Mr. Popper's Penguins (film)

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Mr. Popper's Penguins (film)
NameMr. Popper's Penguins
DirectorMark Waters
ProducerJohn Davis
ScreenplaySean Anders, John Morris, Jared Stern
Based onMr. Popper's Penguins, Richard and Florence Atwater
StarringJim Carrey, Carla Gugino, Angela Lansbury, Ophelia Lovibond, Madeline Carroll, Maxwell Perry Cotton, Clark Gregg, Jeffrey Tambor, David Krumholtz
MusicRolfe Kent
CinematographyFlorian Ballhaus
EditingBruce Green
StudioDavis Entertainment, Dune Entertainment
Distributor20th Century Fox
Released2011, 06, 17
Runtime94 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
Budget$55 million
Gross$187.4 million

Mr. Popper's Penguins (film) is a 2011 American family comedy film directed by Mark Waters and starring Jim Carrey. Loosely adapted from the 1938 children's novel of the same name by Richard and Florence Atwater, the film follows a divorced real estate executive whose life is turned upside down when he inherits six Antarctic penguins. Produced by Davis Entertainment and distributed by 20th Century Fox, the movie blends live-action with computer-generated imagery to bring the avian characters to life.

Plot

A successful but emotionally distant New York City businessman, Tom Popper, receives a final gift from his adventurous father: six live Gentoo penguins. The chaotic animals disrupt his work at a prestigious Manhattan firm, where he is vying for a partnership by trying to acquire the legendary Tavern on the Green restaurant in Central Park. As he cares for the penguins with his ex-wife and children, Popper reconnects with his family, ultimately choosing them over his corporate ambitions. The plot culminates in a public spectacle in Central Park, leading to a new career path for Popper and a permanent home for the penguins at the New York Zoo.

Cast

* Jim Carrey as Tom Popper, a divorced real estate dealmaker. * Carla Gugino as Amanda Popper, Tom's ex-wife and an architect. * Angela Lansbury as Mrs. Van Gundy, the elderly owner of Tavern on the Green. * Ophelia Lovibond as Pippi, Popper's overly literal assistant. * Madeline Carroll as Janie Popper, Tom's teenage daughter. * Maxwell Perry Cotton as Billy Popper, Tom's younger son. * Clark Gregg as Nat Jones, a rival at Popper's firm. * Jeffrey Tambor as Mr. Gremmins, the CEO of Popper's firm. * David Krumholtz as Kent, Popper's campy zoo consultant.

Production

Development began at 20th Century Fox with Davis Entertainment attached to produce. The screenplay, written by Sean Anders, John Morris, and Jared Stern, took significant liberties with the source material, modernizing the setting and plot. Director Mark Waters was hired to helm the project, with Jim Carrey committing to the lead role. Principal photography took place in New York City, with notable locations including Central Park and the Plaza Hotel. The penguins were created using a combination of animatronics and computer-generated imagery by Rhythm & Hues Studios, with live Magellanic penguins from SeaWorld used for reference.

Release

The film premiered in New York City on June 15, 2011, and was released wide in the United States by 20th Century Fox on June 17, 2011. Its international rollout followed throughout the summer, including major markets like the United Kingdom, Australia, and Germany. The release was supported by promotional partnerships with brands like Cold Stone Creamery and Holiday Inn.

Reception

Upon release, the film received generally negative reviews from critics. Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes reported a 49% approval rating, with criticism aimed at its deviation from the beloved novel and reliance on slapstick humor. However, performances by Jim Carrey and Angela Lansbury were occasionally praised. Commercially, it was a success, grossing over $187 million worldwide against a $55 million budget. It was nominated for several awards, including a Kids' Choice Award for Jim Carrey and a Young Artist Award for Madeline Carroll.

Home media

The film was released on DVD and Blu-ray by 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment on December 6, 2011. The home media release included special features such as deleted scenes, a gag reel, and featurettes on the penguin visual effects. It later became available for digital purchase and streaming on platforms like Netflix and Disney+ following the acquisition of 21st Century Fox by The Walt Disney Company.

Category:2011 films Category:American comedy films Category:Films based on children's books