The Secret Life of Pets
The Secret Life of Pets

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The Secret Life of Pets

2014
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

This delightful new series gets under the sometimes leathery skin of our animal friends, exploring how we live with them, care for them and also rely on them to protect and defend as well as comfort us in our time of need. The series also takes a look at the individual personalities of our beloved pets, including the way in which they communicate and how they cope with domestication, as well as exploring some of their quirkier moments.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes74%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users87%
Creator: Chris RenaudGenres: Animation, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

Max, a loyal terrier living a comfortable life in a New York apartment, has his world turned upside down when his owner brings home Duke, a giant, scruffy mutt with a bad attitude. The unlikely duo must put their differences aside when they get lost in the city and encounter a group of alley cats and a deranged bunny named Snowball, who plans to take over the neighborhood. They embark on a perilous journey back home, facing numerous challenges and learning the true meaning of companionship.

Critical Reception

The Secret Life of Pets was a commercial and critical success, praised for its vibrant animation, humor, and charming characters. Critics lauded its imaginative premise and the voice performances, particularly from Louis C.K., Eric Stonestreet, and Kevin Hart. While some noted its story similarities to Toy Story, the film was widely regarded as a delightful and entertaining family comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its colorful animation and energetic pace.

  • Appreciated for its witty humor and relatable pet antics.

  • Noted for strong voice performances that bring the characters to life.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly enjoyed The Secret Life of Pets, frequently highlighting its humor and the clever concept of what pets do when their owners are away. Many found the characters endearing and the animation visually appealing, making it a hit with families.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Golden Globe Awards.

Fun Fact

The character of Max was originally going to be voiced by Bobby Moynihan, but Louis C.K. was eventually cast after the studio was impressed with his stand-up comedy.

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