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Movie
10 min
English

An elderly couple is preparing to attend their young granddaughter’s birthday party while also attempting to conceal a secret from their children…

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IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes52%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users78%
Director: Tim JohnsonGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

When the planet-invading Boov find their leader's plans disrupted by a freak accident, a misfit alien named Oh finds himself on the run from his own kind. Teaming up with a resourceful human girl named Tip, Oh and Tip embark on an intergalactic road trip to save Earth from a looming danger and, in the process, discover the true meaning of home.

Critical Reception

Home received mixed to generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its vibrant animation, humor, and Jim Parsons's vocal performance as Oh. However, some found the plot predictable and the handling of themes like cultural differences to be superficial. Audiences generally enjoyed the film's visual appeal and its heartwarming message.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its colorful animation and endearing protagonist.

  • Criticized for a derivative plot and underdeveloped themes.

  • Generally considered a harmless and entertaining family film.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's vibrant visuals and the positive messages about friendship and acceptance. Many found it to be a fun and engaging watch for younger audiences, although some noted that the story could be predictable.

Fun Fact

The character of Gratuity 'Tip' Tucci was originally going to be a male character named Kyle, but the filmmakers decided to change the protagonist to a female character named Tip and cast Rihanna to voice her.

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