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Corporate Animals (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Corporate Animals is a 2019 comedy horror film directed by Patrick Brice, starring Demi Moore as Lucy, Ed Helms and Karan Soni. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes and earned $22,588 worldwide. Critics gave it 25% on Rotten Tomatoes and 31 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.5/10.

IMDb rating
4.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes
25%
worldwide gross
$22.6K
Echo Score
32
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Corporate Animals (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 26m (86 min)
Director
Patrick Brice
Genres
Horror , Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is Corporate Animals About?

The premise of Corporate Animals without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

During a team-building retreat in a New Mexico cave, Lucy, a demanding executive, and her employees find themselves trapped after a sudden collapse. As they struggle to survive alongside their inexperienced guide, Brandon, the group must confront their own shortcomings and Lucy's controlling nature. Freddie and Jess are among those battling to escape the dangerous, underground maze, facing both physical peril and the complexities of their working relationships.

Corporate Animals Themes & Keywords

· 6 tags
  • male nudity
  • male full frontal nudity
  • pubic hair
  • male pubic hair
  • f rated
  • male frontal nudity
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Cast & crew

Corporate Animals Cast & Characters

Demi Moore leads the cast as Lucy, with Ed Helms as Brandon and Karan Soni as Freddie. Directed by Patrick Brice; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Corporate Animals

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From the director

More from Patrick Brice

More films directed by Patrick Brice, best-rated first: Creep 2, Creep, The Overnight and There's Someone Inside Your House.

Full filmography
Ratings

Corporate Animals Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Corporate Animals 25% on Rotten Tomatoes and 31 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 32/100, strongest in character & emotion (40) and weakest in story & flow (25).

32 /100

Corporate Animals Echo Score Breakdown

Corporate Animals struggles to deliver on its satirical premise, revealing inconsistencies across narrative and execution. Critics highlight that the dark cave setting and disjointed animated sequences undermine comedic timing and clarity. While some praise Moore’s energy, most agree that uneven pacing and superficial character development limit the film’s impact. Overall, the movie falls short of its concept and fails to sustain engagement.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 35

    In terms of art and craft, the film’s visual execution is inconsistent and often counterproductive. The cave environment suffers from overly dim cinematography that obscures performances, while the animated hallucination sequence feels visually discordant. Editing choices contribute to a sluggish pace, particularly in the final act. Net result: visual and technical elements detract from the overall experience.

  • Character & Emotion 40

    When it comes to character and emotion, performances are uneven and undercut by shallow writing. Demi Moore injects energy but struggles with tonal shifts, and supporting players occasionally stand out yet lack consistent depth. The ensemble’s chemistry rarely solidifies, leaving emotional stakes minimal. In sum: character work falls short of establishing genuine engagement.

  • Story & Flow 25

    Regarding story and flow, the screenplay fails to cohere and lacks originality in its satirical bent. Critics note that the single act of cannibalism is insufficient to sustain narrative momentum, while pacing issues emerge in a dragged-out final act. Plot twists feel predictable and underdeveloped. Overall: the story’s shortcomings undermine audience engagement.

  • Sensory Experience 30

    In terms of sensory experience, audio and visual cohesion falter throughout the film. The dimly lit cave milieu hampers visibility, reducing comedic effect, and the abrupt animated interlude feels stylistically out of place. Sound design and score rarely elevate tension or humor. Conclusively: sensory elements lack synergy, diminishing the film’s immersive qualities.

  • Rewatch Factor 30

    As for rewatch factor, the film offers limited incentive for repeat viewings. Occasional humorous lines and Moore’s performance provide brief appeal, but uneven tone and underdeveloped premise diminish lasting interest. The narrative’s failure to fully explore its concept leaves little to rediscover upon revisiting. Overall: replay value remains low.

Plot

Corporate Animals Plot Summary

What happens in Corporate Animals from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Lucy, portrayed by Demi Moore, is the self-absorbed CEO of Incredible Edibles, the leading provider of edible cutlery in America. With her unyielding management style, she leads her team, which includes her beleaguered assistants, Freddie played by Karan Soni and Jess portrayed by Jessica Williams, on a corporate team-building expedition in New Mexico. Both Freddie and Jess believe they are contenders for a much-coveted promotion to VP. However, Lucy makes a surprising change to their plans: after initially suggesting they follow an easier hiking path, she opts for a challenging trek against the advice of their guide, Brandon played by Ed Helms.

Full summary

The whole story of Corporate Animals, scene by scene

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Box office

Corporate Animals Box Office

Corporate Animals grossed $22,588 worldwide.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$22.6K

International
$22.6K
Videos

Corporate Animals Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Corporate Animals - Official Trailer
  • Trailer Corporate Animals - Red Band Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Corporate Animals?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Who plays the role of the self-assured CEO Lucy?

Cars

Cars in Corporate Animals

5 cars on screen, including the 1978 Porsche 911 SC and the 1970 Cadillac Sedan DeVille.

All 5 cars
  • 1978 Porsche 911 SC in Corporate Animals 1978 Porsche 911 SC Important role
  • 1970 Cadillac Sedan DeVille in Corporate Animals 1970 Cadillac Sedan DeVille Minor role
  • Chevrolet Step-Van in Corporate Animals Chevrolet Step-Van Minor role
  • 2003 GMC TopKick in Corporate Animals 2003 GMC TopKick Minor role
Details

Corporate Animals Also Known As

18 alternative titles, including “Ejecutivos agresivos” and “Animales corporativos”.

Also known as
  • Ejecutivos agresivos
  • Animales corporativos
  • Animali da ufficio
  • Корпоративна кучка
  • Корпоративні тварини
  • De bons petits soldats
  • 我的老闆不是人
  • Jako zvířata
  • Корпоративные животные
  • 企业动物
  • Korpoludki
  • Hivatali eltávozás
+6 more
  • Animais Corporativos
  • Ako zvieratá
  • 코퍼러트 애니멀스
  • Animale corporatiste
  • Kurumsal Hayvanlar
  • Korporativne živali

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FAQ

Corporate Animals FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Corporate Animals, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Corporate Animals?

Corporate Animals runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

When was Corporate Animals released?

Corporate Animals was released on September 20, 2019.

Who directed Corporate Animals?

Corporate Animals was directed by Patrick Brice.

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Who is in the cast of Corporate Animals?

Corporate Animals stars Demi Moore as Lucy, Ed Helms as Brandon and Karan Soni as Freddie, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Corporate Animals make at the box office?

Corporate Animals grossed $22,588 worldwide.

How is Corporate Animals rated?

Corporate Animals has 4.5/10 on IMDb, 25% on Rotten Tomatoes, 31 on Metacritic and 48% on TMDB.

Does Corporate Animals have a post-credit scene?

Yes. Corporate Animals has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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