Mr. Peabody & Sherman
Mr. Peabody & Sherman

Movie spotlight

Mr. Peabody & Sherman

2014
Movie
92 min
English

A young boy and his dog, who happens to have a genius-level IQ, spring into action when their time-machine is stolen and moments in history begin to be changed.

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes80%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users79%
Director: Rob MinkoffGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

Mr. Peabody, a genius canine inventor and Nobel Prize winner, adopts a human boy named Sherman. Despite their close bond, Sherman's mischievous nature and a run-in with a bully lead to a change in their custody. To fix their relationship and avoid separation, Mr. Peabody and Sherman embark on a wild adventure through time using their WABAC machine, encountering historical figures and inadvertently altering major events.

Critical Reception

Mr. Peabody & Sherman received generally positive reviews from critics and audiences, who praised its humor, visual style, and faithfulness to the original characters. While some found the plot a bit predictable or rushed, most agreed it was an entertaining and family-friendly adventure that successfully updated the classic cartoon for a new generation.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its clever humor and visual appeal, successfully adapting beloved characters.

  • Lauded for its engaging historical adventures and family-friendly themes.

  • Some critics noted a formulaic plot but enjoyed the overall execution.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed "Mr. Peabody & Sherman," appreciating its fun historical adventures, witty dialogue, and the charming dynamic between the titular characters. Many found it to be a great film for both children and adults, with a good balance of education and entertainment.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for an Annie Award for Outstanding Achievement for Music in an Animated Feature Production.

Fun Fact

The film's voice actor for Sherman, Max Charles, also voiced the younger Peter Parker in "The Amazing Spider-Man 2" released in the same year.

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1 reviews
John

John

I'm not a big fan of the loser-hero, boy-centric themes in this one, however the animation and sound is high quality and worth the watch.

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