Queer Duck: The Movie
Queer Duck: The Movie

Queer Duck: The Movie

2006Movie72 minEnglish

Queer Duck and his partner of 18 months (a lifetime in gay years), Stephen Arlo "Openly" Gator, hit a relationship crisis when the fey fowl is wooed by a brassy Broadway broad. Queer Duck wonders if he'd be happier being straight, while Gator the waiter spills his problems to a compassionate Conan O'Brien.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Jez ButterworthGenres: Animation, Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

Queer Duck, an openly gay animated waterfowl, navigates the challenges of modern life and his own identity in this feature-length adaptation of the popular web series. The film follows Queer Duck and his best friend, the tragically uncool Ferdinand, as they deal with societal expectations, relationship woes, and a host of bizarre characters in their quest for acceptance and love.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception, largely polarizing audiences. While some praised its edgy humor and satirical take on gay stereotypes and mainstream culture, others found its offensive and shock-value humor to be tiresome and lacking in substance. The animation style was also a point of contention.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's humor is often described as crude, offensive, and reliant on shock value.
  • Some viewers appreciated its satirical edge and its unapologetic portrayal of a gay protagonist.
  • The animation and voice acting were inconsistently received.

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Fun Fact

Queer Duck: The Movie was a direct-to-DVD release and served as a feature-length continuation of the acclaimed Flash animated web series of the same name, which originally aired on the Pride Vision Channel and later on MTV's Logo.

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