Ratchet & Clank
Ratchet & Clank

Ratchet & Clank

2016Movie94 minEnglish

When the galaxy comes under the threat of a nefarious space captain, a mechanic and his newfound robot ally join an elite squad of combatants to save the universe.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes24%
Metacritic37/100
Google Users73%
Director: Jared DriscollGenres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A bumbling alien mechanic named Ratchet dreams of joining the Galactic Rangers, an elite group of heroes. He gets his chance when Captain Qwark recruits him and a ragtag team of misfits to stop a destructive alien named Chairman Drek from destroying the Solana Galaxy. As they embark on their mission, Ratchet and his new robot companion, Clank, discover a much larger threat that puts the fate of the universe at stake.

Critical Reception

The animated film 'Ratchet & Clank' received a mixed-to-negative reception from critics, who often cited its generic plot and overly simplistic storytelling, despite some acknowledging its appeal to younger audiences and fans of the video game franchise. Audience reception was generally more favorable, particularly among those familiar with the games, who appreciated the faithful adaptation of characters and environments.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant animation and faithfulness to the source material.
  • Criticized for a predictable and uninspired plot that lacks depth.
  • Seen as a visual treat for young children and existing fans, but struggles to engage a broader audience.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's visual style and its connection to the beloved video game series, finding it to be an entertaining watch, especially for younger viewers. However, some comments noted that the story felt somewhat generic and lacked originality.

Fun Fact

The film features a mid-credits scene teasing a potential sequel, which was never produced due to the film's box office performance.

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Reno

Reno

**Space warriors, mad scientist, chosen one and saving the planet.** I might have heard the name, but seems nothing familiar. So it is very much like my first encounter with these game characters. And this is really a good first film, I ...
Frank Ochieng

Frank Ochieng

A popular PlayStation-era game is the frivolous foundation for the kiddie sci-fi action-oriented animation adventure **‘Ratchet & Clank’** that makes it a playful stamp on the big screen. This kid-friendly space saga, armed with its beloved...