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Puss in Boots

2011 · Movie · PG · 90 min · ★ 6.6 · 75% critics

ActionAdventureAnimationComedyFamily

Long before meeting Shrek, Puss in Boots sets off on an adventure with Kitty Softpaws and Humpty Dumpty to save his town. Along the way, they chase the legendary magic beans and the golden goose while facing danger from fairy-tale rivals.

Based on Puss in Boots

Also known as Le Chat Potté

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Details
Years
2011
Release date
2011-10-27
Language
English
Rated
PG
Runtime
90 min
Critic score
75/100
TMDB rating
6.6/10 (4,578 votes)
Box office
$554,987,477
Budget
$130,000,000
About

If you like lighthearted fairy-tale adventures with humor and a charming rogue hero, you may enjoy Puss in Boots; Not for you if you want deep or groundbreaking comedy, or if you only enjoy films like Shrek Forever After or Smallfoot.

Pros: witty family fun; colorful visuals; lively adventure | Cons: uneven humor; contrived bean plot; forgettable at times

Themes

  • small town
  • fairy tale
  • rebel
  • spin off
  • wild west
  • aftercreditsstinger
  • talking cat
  • pets
  • amused
  • farcical

Awards & recognition

  • Kids' Choice AwardFavorite Animated Movie · 2012
  • Academy AwardBest Animated Feature · 2012 · nominated
  • Annie AwardBest Animated Feature · 2011 · nominated
  • Critics' Choice Movie AwardBest Animated Feature · 2011 · nominated

Cast & crew

Directed by Chris Miller