Wreck-It Ralph

Wreck-It Ralph follows a towering video game villain who grows tired of being the bad guy in an arcade classic called Fix-It Felix Jr. Wanting more than the same routine, Ralph leaves his home game and visits other cabinets in the arcade, trying out different roles and environments. He lands in a gritty shooter called Hero's Duty, where he experiences fast-paced combat he never knew existed, then slips into Sugar Rush, a candy-coated racing world. There he meets a glitchy, outspoken racer named Vanellope von Schweetz, and as they form an unlikely alliance Ralph learns that actions in one game can have serious consequences across the arcade. The story keeps surprises for the end while focusing on friendship, identity, and what makes someone a hero.

Released in 2012, the film was created by Jennifer Lee, Phil Johnston and Jim Reardon and presented as a family animated comedy with broad appeal to gamers and non-gamers alike.

The movie did very well commercially, attracting large family audiences and strong ticket sales worldwide, which helped cement its place among modern animated hits and paved the way for continued merchandising and franchise interest.

Ralph and Vanellope became recognizable figures, with Ralph's catchphrase "I'm gonna wreck it" entering pop culture. The Sugar Rush visuals, inventive game-world cameos, and affectionate nods to arcade history made the film a favorite reference point in discussions about video game nostalgia and inspired a range of toys, costumes and theme park tie-ins.

Critics generally liked the film, reflected in solid audience scores and a 7.4/10 vote average from viewers. Reviewers praised the creative worldbuilding, humor and heart, while viewers responded to its themes about escaping labels, forming friendships across differences, and rethinking what it means to belong. The tone blends action and comedy with emotional moments that appeal to both kids and adults.