The Penguins of Madagascar: New to the Zoo
The Penguins of Madagascar: New to the Zoo

The Penguins of Madagascar: New to the Zoo

2010Movie92 minEnglish

The madcap pack of Penguins and everyone's favourite lemur, King Julien star in episodes which each introduce a new character to the zoo. Episodes included are: In The Line Of Doody, The Big Squeeze, Out Of The Groove, Skorka!, The Red Squirrel, Jiggles, Untouchable and Cat's Cradle.

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IMDb7.8/10
Director: Simon SmithGenres: Animation, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

When a new, rather eccentric, alien-looking creature named Mort arrives at the zoo, Skipper and the penguins suspect it's a spy from Dr. Blowhole. They embark on a mission to discover Mort's true intentions and protect their home from potential danger. Their investigation involves hilarious attempts at espionage and deciphering Mort's unusual behavior.

Critical Reception

As a special episode or short feature tied to the popular "The Penguins of Madagascar" series, "New to the Zoo" was generally well-received by fans of the show. It delivered the same blend of witty humor, slapstick comedy, and character-driven antics that audiences had come to expect. Critical reviews focused on its faithfulness to the established tone and characters of the series.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fans appreciated the return of the beloved penguin characters and their signature humor.
  • The introduction of a new, quirky character provided fresh comedic opportunities.
  • The episode maintained the high standard of animation and voice acting from the series.

Google audience: Audience feedback generally highlights the episode's humor and its appeal to fans of the original series, with many enjoying the interactions between the penguins and the new character.

Awards & Accolades

None notable (as a short episode/special).

Fun Fact

This episode serves as an introduction to the character Mort, who later becomes a recurring character in the "Penguins of Madagascar" television series.

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