Manny the mammoth believes he's the last of his kind and yearns for a mate. His wish comes true when he meets Ellie, a spirited female mammoth, though their budding romance is threatened by an impending global meltdown that will flood their valley. Meanwhile, Sid the sloth accidentally becomes the unlikely leader of a group of misfit baby animals, and Diego the sabre-toothed tiger grapples with his dwindling hunting prowess.

Ice Age: The Meltdown was a commercial success, earning significantly more than its predecessor. Critics generally found it to be an entertaining and visually appealing sequel, though some noted it lacked the originality and emotional depth of the first film. Audience reception was largely positive, with many enjoying the humor and the expansion of the Ice Age world.

• Visually impressive animation and a larger scope than the original.
• Humorous interactions between the main characters, especially Sid.
• While entertaining, it relies heavily on formula and doesn't quite match the charm of the first film.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the film's humor, animation, and the introduction of new characters. Many appreciated the continuation of Manny's search for love and the comedic antics of Sid. Some viewers felt the plot was somewhat predictable but still found it to be a fun family movie.

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

During the initial development of the film, the story was significantly different, involving the discovery of a lost civilization of mammoths. This concept was eventually dropped.