Migration
"Odd ducks welcome."
On a quiet New England pond, a family of mallards drops in with stories about distant skies and sun drenched shores. The youngsters catch wind of far off places and the parents feel a tug of adventure. When a group of migrating ducks invites them to see the world through their tales, the Mallards... Read more
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About Migration
On a quiet New England pond, a family of mallards drops in with stories about distant skies and sun drenched shores. The youngsters catch wind of far off places and the parents feel a tug of adventure. When a group of migrating ducks invites them to see the world through their tales, the Mallards decide to hit the road. The trip slides from peaceful back roads to crowded cities and finally to a tropical get away. They meet oddball neighbors, handle everyday mishaps, and trade jokes about home. Through laughter and near misses, the family learns what it means to stick together across the miles. The tales spark curiosity and mischief.
Released in 2023, Migration is directed by Benjamin Renner with original material credited to Mike White. This animated family feature brings Renner's visual humor to life and uses warm voice performances to sketch a lighthearted world about connection for audiences.
Box Office: No publicly reported worldwide gross for Migration. The film appears to be a modest release in the animated family space without standout box office headlines, and there aren't widely cited figures available from major trade outlets globally today.
Awards: At the moment there are no major nominations or wins listed for Migration from the major awards bodies. The film's noted for its voice cast and light approach to family humor, rather than prestige campaigning. Critics often praise charming performances and a gentle pace appealing to varied ages.
Reception and themes: Audiences rate Migration at 7.367/10 from 2,156 votes, signaling a favorable response for a light family comedy. The film leans into family bonds, curiosity, and the messy joy of a shared road trip across varied landscapes, highlighting resilience and belonging. It invites audiences to smile and reflect.
What Viewers Are Saying
Viewers find "Migration" to be a charming and entertaining family film, praised for its imaginative setting and appealing characters like Dax and Gwen. Audiences appreciate the balanced humor, making it enjoyable for both children and adults, with some recommending it for family or date nights. However, some note that the story may be somewhat predictable, and the pacing in parts could be slower, reflecting a moderate overall impression.
Details
- Release Date
- December 06, 2023
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Rating
- PG
- User Ratings
- 2,176 votes
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Family, Comedy, Adventure, Animation
- Country
- United States
- Studio
- Universal Pictures +1 more
- Budget
- $72,000,000
- Box Office
- $298,776,052
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Kumail Nanjiani
Mack Mallard (voice)
Elizabeth Banks
Pam Mallard (voice)
Caspar Jennings
Dax Mallard (voice)
Tresi Gazal
Gwen Mallard (voice)
Awkwafina
Chump (voice)
Carol Kane
Erin (voice)
Keegan-Michael Key
Delroy (voice)
Danny DeVito
Uncle Dan (voice)
David Mitchell
GooGoo (voice)
Isabela Merced
Kim (voice)
Director: Benjamin Renner
Written by: Mike White