America: The Motion Picture
"This summer they're redrawing history."
America: The Motion Picture rewrites the founding era as a wild, playful romp. An audacious George Washington blazes onto the screen with a chainsaw and more bravado than your typical general, while Samuel Adams brings a beer fueled swagger to every challenge. Together they lead a roguish band of... Read more
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About America: The Motion Picture
America: The Motion Picture rewrites the founding era as a wild, playful romp. An audacious George Washington blazes onto the screen with a chainsaw and more bravado than your typical general, while Samuel Adams brings a beer fueled swagger to every challenge. Together they lead a roguish band of revolutionary figures on a mission to push back the British through bold schemes and rapid action. The humor lands in rapid gags, bright cartoon violence, and pop culture riffs that feel current yet silly. The tone stays breezy and satirical rather than earnest history, leaning on cartoonish mayhem and sly parody rather than accuracy. It aims to entertain first, with a wink and a nudge to familiar myths. The visuals lean into oversized features and loud color to match the energy.
Directed by Matt Thompson from a concept by David Callaham, the film uses bold animation and brisk pacing to match its satire. The animation favors exaggerated expressions, rapid edits, and a punchy soundtrack that underscore the jokey tone. It premiered on Netflix in 2021, making it accessible to a wide audience and adding to the wave of adult animated comedies on streaming.
Box office data is not publicly released because the movie streamed on Netflix. There was no traditional theatrical run and therefore no worldwide gross to report. The streaming release reflects the changing landscape of how audiences encounter animated satire.
No major awards or nominations are listed for this title. It did not feature in top film ceremonies, and critics tended to discuss its humor and animation rather than rewards. Some viewers may appreciate its audacious tone, while others find it too crude.
Reception and themes center on a fast paced satire that treats legend and liberty with cheeky irreverence. Viewers and critics were split, some praising energy and voice work, others finding the jokes coarse. The film carries a modest vote average of 5.779 out of 10 from 256 votes. It leans into modern pop culture references and a buddy dynamic that riffs on authority and rebellion without preaching a heavy message.
Details
- Release Date
- June 30, 2021
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Rating
- R
- User Ratings
- 256 votes
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Animation, Action, Comedy
- Country
- United States
- Studio
- Floyd County Productions +2 more
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Channing Tatum
George Washington (voice)
Jason Mantzoukas
Samuel Adams (voice)
Olivia Munn
Thomas Edison (voice)
Bobby Moynihan
Paul Revere (voice)
Judy Greer
Martha Washington (voice)
Will Forte
Abraham Lincoln (voice)
Raoul Max Trujillo
Geronimo (voice)
Killer Mike
Blacksmith (voice)
Simon Pegg
King James (voice)
Andy Samberg
Benedict Arnold (voice)
Director: Matt Thompson
Written by: David Callaham