Ice Age

During the onset of the ice age, a woolly mammoth named Manny, a sloth named Sid, and a saber-toothed tiger named Diego are struggling to survive. They unexpectedly find themselves responsible for a human infant and embark on a perilous journey to return the baby to its tribe. Along the way, they must evade a pack of hungry dholes and navigate the treacherous, frozen landscape.

Ice Age was a surprise box office hit and received generally positive reviews from critics. It was praised for its humor, animation, and the chemistry between its main characters, though some found the plot to be somewhat predictable. The film's enduring popularity led to a successful franchise.

• Praised for its charming characters and witty dialogue.

• Appreciated for its visually appealing animation and heartfelt moments.

• Some critics noted the plot felt derivative of other animated films.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed Ice Age for its humor and relatable characters, particularly Manny, Sid, and Diego. Many viewers found the animation to be impressive for its time and appreciated the blend of comedy and adventure, making it a great family film. Some reviews mentioned that while enjoyable, the story offered little new to the animated genre.

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.

The character of Scrat the sabre-toothed squirrel was almost cut from the film. Director Chris Wedge added him back in at the last minute, and Scrat became one of the movie's most iconic and popular characters.