Hitpig! (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Hitpig! is a 2024 animated comedy directed by David Feiss, starring Jason Sudeikis as Hitpig, Lilly Singh and Rainn Wilson. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes and earned $5.9 million worldwide on a $45 million budget. IMDb users rate it 5.2/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 26m (86 min)
- Director
- David Feiss
- Studio
- Aniventure
- Budget
- $45M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Hitpig! About?
The premise of Hitpig! without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A clever bounty hunting pig named Hitpig (Jason Sudeikis) takes on his biggest job yet: returning a dancing elephant named Pickles (Lilly Singh) to a maniacal Vegas showman (Rainn Wilson) for a million dollars. The mission spirals into a wild adventure that takes them around the world.
Hitpig! Themes & Keywords
· 22 tags- cg animation
- amish
- elephant
- lobster
- animal rights
- koala
- hot air balloon
- london england
- friendship
- pig
- las vegas nevada
- bar
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- reference to taylor swift
- surrealism
- cyberpunk
- polecat
- bounty hunter
- flying to space
- animals family
- omelette
- based on book
- character name in title
Hitpig! Cast & Characters
Jason Sudeikis leads the cast as Hitpig, with Lilly Singh as Pickles and Rainn Wilson. Directed by David Feiss; 6 actors are credited in all.
- Director David Feiss
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Rainn Wilson -
Lorraine Ashbourne as Bertha
Also Starring in Hitpig!
· 2 more- Andy Serkis Newscaster
- RuPaul Polecat
Hitpig! Reviews & Ratings
IMDb users rate Hitpig! 5.2/10. Our Echo Score gives it 85/100, strongest in character & emotion (90) and weakest in story & flow (78).
Hitpig! Echo Score Breakdown
Hitpig! delivers a broadly enjoyable family experience driven by likable characters and vivid production values, though the narrative sometimes lacks clear stakes. Positive user feedback highlights the film’s charming animation, strong voice work, and memorable soundtrack, while the sole critic points to a thin plot and uneven humor. The consensus is that the movie succeeds as light‑hearted entertainment, despite isolated concerns about depth and originality. Overall, the film earns a high rating reflecting its widespread appeal.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 78
In terms of art and craft, the film benefits from lively animation and a polished visual style that many viewers praise as a beautiful piece of artistry. Some criticism targets the poster and perceived clunkiness of the design, yet the overall production design, editing, and cinematographic choices are regarded as competent. The net impression is a solid, if not flawless, artistic execution.
- Character & Emotion 90
When it comes to character and emotion, the cast is consistently described as likable and well‑performed, with particular affection for the titular pig and supporting figures. Reviewers note strong chemistry and effective voice work that engage family audiences. No substantive criticism of the performances appears, resulting in a highly favorable assessment of the character work.
- Story & Flow 78
Regarding story and flow, many users celebrate a compelling, humorous plot and praised screenplay, while the lone critic deems the narrative unenthusiastic and lacking stakes. The screenplay is seen as inventive by supporters, yet the criticism highlights a perceived weakness in narrative depth. Overall, the story is viewed as engaging enough to satisfy most viewers despite some perceived shortcomings.
- Sensory Experience 85
In sensory experience, the soundtrack and sound design receive strong commendation for enhancing the film’s comedic timing and atmosphere. Visual cohesion, supported by the praised animation, contributes to an immersive viewing experience. No negative sensory feedback is recorded, leading to a high appraisal of the movie’s auditory and visual elements.
- Rewatch Factor 80
For rewatch factor, audiences frequently mention the film’s repeatability, citing its family‑friendly humor and desire for a sequel as reasons to return. The critic’s note on limited stakes could temper long‑term appeal, yet overall sentiment suggests the movie retains enough charm to merit multiple viewings. The consensus points to solid replay value.
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IMDb 5.2 /10
1459 votes
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TMDB 67% User score
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Hitpig! Plot Summary
What happens in Hitpig! from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Hitpig, an anthropomorphic pig with a rather unique upbringing, has been raised by the bounty hunter Big Bertha, whose primary mission was to retrieve lost pets and reunite them with their owners. However, when fate strikes and Bertha is tragically eaten by a crocodile, Hitpig’s life takes a traumatic turn. Despite his grief, he resolves to continue Bertha’s legacy, taking on high-profile cases of runaway animals in exchange for monetary rewards.
Full summary
The whole story of Hitpig!, scene by scene
Hitpig! Box Office & Budget
Hitpig! grossed $5.9 million worldwide on a $45 million budget, 13% of what it cost. $2.3 million came from the US and Canada and $3.6 million (61%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$5.9M
13% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $2.3M
- International
- $3.6M
- Budget
- $45M
Hitpig! Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Hitpig!.
How Well Do You Know Hitpig!?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Who raised Hitpig?
Hitpig! Also Known As
13 alternative titles, including “Skotgrís!” and “豬排特務”.
- Also known as
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- Skotgrís!
- 豬排特務
- Super agente Hitpig
- Зверопоиск
- 赏金猎猪
- Elefántos kaland
- ХітПіг. Розшук домашніх тварин
- Agentas Hitpigas!
- Hitpig! Świniak zawodowiec
- Searahakütt
- Kaçak Fil
- Hľadá sa slon
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- Голям Прас!, ჰიტფიგი!
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Hitpig! FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Hitpig!, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Hitpig!?
Hitpig! runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).
When was Hitpig! released?
Hitpig! was released on November 1, 2024.
Who directed Hitpig!?
Hitpig! was directed by David Feiss.
More films by David Feiss Who is in the cast of Hitpig!?
Hitpig! stars Jason Sudeikis as Hitpig, Lilly Singh as Pickles and Rainn Wilson, among 6 credited actors.
How much did Hitpig! make at the box office?
Hitpig! grossed $5.9 million worldwide ($2.3 million domestic, $3.6 million international) on a budget of $45 million.
How is Hitpig! rated?
Hitpig! has 5.2/10 on IMDb and 67% on TMDB.
Does Hitpig! have a post-credit scene?
No. Hitpig! has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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