The Twits

Two children living in a town ruled by a pair of nasty neighbors notice something strange when the villains pull a sneaky trick to take control. The kids decide to act, teaming up with a flock of enchanted animals who live nearby. The animals bring unexpected magic and mischief, and together they set out to undo the plot, outwit the nasty pair, and protect their town. The film keeps twists under wraps while mixing slapstick, warm moments, and a streak of dark Dahl-style humor that children and adults can enjoy.

Released in 2025, the animated feature was directed by Phil Johnston and credits Roald Dahl and Meg Favreau as creators of the source material adaptation. The voice cast includes Margo Martindale as Credenza Twit, Johnny Vegas as Jim Twit, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Ryan Anderson Lopez, and Emilia Clarke. The production blends traditional Dahl elements with contemporary family comedy and fantasy animation.

On social media and among family audiences the movie sparked chatter about how Dahl stories are modernized for today, and fans highlighted the madcap visual designs and memorable character voices. Several scenes, especially those featuring the animal ensemble, showed up in clips and fan art. The cast's performances, particularly Martindale and Vegas, were singled out as scene-stealers in casual conversations online.

Critical reception landed in the middle range, with user ratings around 6.1 out of 10 from early viewers. Reviewers often praised the film's humor, voice work, and playful animation style, while some noted that its pacing and tonal shifts might not suit every taste. Major themes include the value of community, standing up to cruelty, and how cleverness and cooperation can outsmart meanness, presented in a way that keeps things light without losing edge.

Theatrical release was the main platform in 2025, but box office reporting didn't highlight blockbuster totals, and detailed global grosses weren't widely publicized. The movie found a steady audience among families and Dahl fans rather than becoming a major commercial phenomenon.