IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Metacritic66/100
Google Users84%
Director: Chris Williams, Byron Howard•Genres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Bolt is a white German Shepherd who has spent his entire life on the set of a popular TV show, believing his superpowers are real. When he's accidentally shipped from his Hollywood studio to New York City, Bolt embarks on a cross-country journey to find his beloved owner and co-star, Penny. Along the way, he discovers that he doesn't have superpowers, but gains unlikely friendships with a street-smart cat named Mittens and a hamster named Rhino.
Bolt was a commercial success, earning over $310 million worldwide. Critically, the film received generally positive reviews, with many praising its animation, humor, and the voice performances, particularly John Travolta as Bolt and Miley Cyrus as Penny. Some critics found the plot predictable, but it was largely considered a charming and entertaining animated feature for families.
Praised for its vibrant animation and engaging voice cast.
Appreciated for its heartwarming story and blend of humor and action.
Some critics noted a formulaic plot but found it enjoyable nonetheless.
Google audience: Audiences generally loved Bolt for its cute characters, funny moments, and the heartwarming journey of self-discovery. Many found it to be a visually appealing and entertaining movie for the whole family, though a few thought the story was a bit predictable.
Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song ('Down to Earth').
The character of Mittens was originally conceived as a male cat, but the filmmakers decided to make her female after Miley Cyrus was cast as Penny, believing a female cat would be a better foil for Bolt.
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