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Arlo the Alligator Boy

Seen it?

2021 | 90 min | Animation, Comedy, Family, Music, Adventure

Saturday Specialearly rating

Why it’s a Saturday Special

It earned strong reviews (82% on Rotten Tomatoes), despite a box office flop. A strong pick for the weekend.

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, adventure fans and families.
The mood
Light and funny, feel-good.
The pace
Breezy, at 1 hr 30 min.
What might put you off
Nothing much for most grown-ups.

Upon learning that he is from New York City, a wide-eyed boy, who is half human and half alligator, decides to leave his sheltered life in the swamp and search for his long lost father. A musical adventure.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    82% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsBelow par

    0 wins and 5 nominations from smaller awards and festivals

  • Reach & staying powerWeak

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 31K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Ryan Crego

  • Michael J. WoodardArlo Beauregard (voice)
  • Mary LambertBertie (voice)
  • Annie PottsEdmée (voice)
  • Vincent Rodriguez IIIAnsel Beauregard (voice)
  • Tony HaleTeeny Tiny Tony (voice)
  • Jonathan Van NessFurlecia (voice)
  • Haley TjuAlia / Rich Women (voice)
  • Brett GelmanMarcellus (voice)
  • FleaRuff (voice)
  • Jennifer CoolidgeStucky (voice)