Mr. Popper's Penguins

Name: Mr. Popper's Penguins
Genre: Comedy, Family
Released: 2011-06-17
Cast: Jim Carrey, Carla Gugino, Angela Lansbury, Ophelia Lovibond, Madeline Carroll

2011 | 94 min | Comedy, Family

Weeknight Watch

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

It was a solid box office hit, but middling reviews (48% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 6.0 out of 10 from audiences held it back. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who wants a laugh and families.
The mood: Light and funny, feel-good.
The pace: Breezy, at 1 hr 34 min.
What might put you off: Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.

Tom Popper is a successful businessman who’s clueless when it comes to the really important things in life...until he inherits six “adorable” penguins, each with its own unique personality. Soon Tom’s rambunctious roommates turn his swank New York apartment into a snowy winter wonderland — and the rest of his world upside-down.

How it earned its rating

CriticsBelow par
48% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesBelow par
6.0 out of 10
AwardsWeak
1 win and 2 nominations from smaller awards and festivals
Box office & staying powerStrong
$187 million worldwide on a $55 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 121K people sought it out in the past year