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Migration (2023): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Migration is a 2023 animated comedy directed by Benjamin Renner and Guylo Homsy, starring Elizabeth Banks as Pam, Caspar Jennings and Tresi Gazal. It runs 1 hour 23 minutes and earned $300.2 million worldwide on a $70 million budget. Critics gave it 73% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.

IMDb rating
6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes
73%
worldwide gross
$300.2M
Echo Score
65
Migration (2023) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 23m (83 min)
Original language
English
Budget
$70M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Migration About?

The premise of Migration without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

Seeking excitement and a change from their predictable pond life, Pam convinces her family—teenage son Dax and young daughter Gwen—to travel to a tropical paradise. What starts as an adventurous journey quickly turns into a chaotic quest to find their way back home, encountering dangerous predators and unexpected challenges along the way.

Migration Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • migration
  • fatherhood
  • vacation
  • duck
  • overprotective father
  • pigeon
  • restaurant
  • bird
  • anxiety
  • chef
  • brother sister relationship
  • penguin
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  • group hug
  • animals family
  • cgi animation
  • computer animation
  • 3d animation
  • 3d
  • 3 dimensional
  • cg animation
  • mallard duck
  • new york city
  • homesickness
  • duck farm
  • heron
  • painted cgi
  • north american animation
  • anthropomorphic animal
  • family relationships
  • parrot
  • talking animal
  • jamaican accent
  • one word title
  • animal that acts human
  • talking bird
  • motherhood
  • jamaica
  • parenting
  • new england
  • flying
  • animal
  • animal protagonist
  • farm
  • south pole
  • dancing
  • crazy uncle
  • key
  • hit with a tomato
  • pumpkin
  • bedtime story
Cast & crew

Migration Cast & Characters

Elizabeth Banks leads the cast as Pam, with Caspar Jennings as Dax and Tresi Gazal as Gwen. Directed by Benjamin Renner and Guylo Homsy; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Migration

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Ratings

Migration Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Migration 73% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10. Our Echo Score gives it 65/100, strongest in art & craft (80) and weakest in story & flow (50).

65 /100

Migration Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Migration offers appealing visual craft and lively sound design but relies on a straightforward narrative that may feel generic. Reviews highlight the film's entertaining family dynamics and brisk runtime, while noting the plot's simplicity and occasional lapses in engagement. Some critics praised the pacing as concise and accessible, whereas others found the story labored or overly familiar. The net impression is a moderately enjoyable animated feature with strong sensory appeal but limited narrative depth and lasting impact.

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

  • Art & Craft 80

    In terms of visual craft and production design, Migration delivers engaging color composition and crisp animation style that many reviewers found appealing. Cinematic framing and background detail were consistently praised for their polish, with lighting and texture work noted as standout elements. The overall artistry is competent and contributes significantly to the film’s family-friendly appeal.

  • Character & Emotion 65

    In terms of character development and emotional resonance, the film presents heartfelt family dynamics with earnest vocal performances that many viewers appreciated. The chemistry among the central duck family was noted as warm and relatable, though some critics found the emotional arcs underdeveloped and certain personalities lacking distinctiveness. Overall, character work remains serviceable but unremarkable.

  • Story & Flow 50

    When it comes to plot coherence and engagement, Migration follows a straightforward premise that yields varied reactions on narrative strength. Several reviews described the pacing as brisk yet sometimes labored, with a linear structure that some found predictable and simplistic. While the screenplay’s sardonic touches were acknowledged, the story’s limited ambition and familiarity resulted in a modest level of engagement.

  • Sensory Experience 80

    In terms of sensory experience, the film excels with vibrant color schemes and dynamic sound mixing that enhance its animated world. The soundtrack and sound design consistently complement the visual style, creating moments of immersive clarity and tonal balance. Overall, the sensory presentation stands out as one of the film’s most appealing aspects.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    When considering rewatch value, Migration offers a pleasant visual and narrative experience that may appeal primarily on initial viewing. The film’s concise runtime and straightforward humor receive praise for occasional replay enjoyment, but its predictable storyline and lack of deeper thematic layers limit repeated engagement. Ultimately, the movie’s charm is modest and may wane over subsequent viewings.

Plot

Migration Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Migration from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The cinematic journey kicks off with an enchanting short film from “Despicable Me,” setting the stage for a whimsical adventure ahead.

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Full summary

The whole story of Migration, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Migration Box Office & Budget

Migration grossed $300.2 million worldwide on a $70 million budget, 4.3 times what it cost. $127.6 million came from the US and Canada and $172.6 million (57%) from the rest of the world.

2023 box office

Worldwide gross

$300.2M

4.3× its budget

US & Canada
$127.6M
International
$172.6M
Budget
$70M
US & Canada 43% Rest of the world 57%
Videos

Migration Trailers & Videos

31 videos: 3 trailers, 8 teasers, 6 clips, 5 featurettes and 9 behind-the-scenes videos.

All 31 videos
Official Trailer
  • Trailer Official Trailer 2
  • Trailer Official Trailer 3
  • Teaser Announcement
  • Teaser “I Love You Always Forever"
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Migration?

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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What does Mack Mallard use to intimidate his children in his bedtime story?

Details

Migration Also Known As

41 alternative titles, including “飞鸭向前冲” and “鸭仔也移民”.

Also known as
  • 飞鸭向前冲
  • 鸭仔也移民
  • 마이그레이션
  • Patos
  • Vogelvlucht
  • Patos!
  • Ender på eventyr
  • Wyfrunięci
  • Raus aus dem Teich
  • Änder!
  • Langt fra andedammen
  • Patke selice
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  • Migracija
  • 飛鴨向前衝
  • Migración. Un viaje patas arriba
  • الهجرة
  • 인투 더 월드
  • ¡Patos!
  • Prendi il volo
  • Nhà Vịt Di Cư
  • Миграция
  • Переліт
  • FLY!/フライ!
  • Ptáci stěhováci
  • Vtáci sťahováci
  • Kacsalábon
  • ครอบครัวเป็ดผจญภัย
  • סיפור הברווזים
  • Muuttomatka
  • 鴨仔也移民
  • Marea migrație
  • Ένα Ταξίδι για Πάπιες
  • Didžioji ančių kelionė
  • Ördeklerin Göçü
  • مهاجرت
  • Миграција
  • Патешки истории, მიგრაცია
  • Miqrasiya
  • Race!
  • Spārnos
  • Pardid!

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FAQ

Migration FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is Migration?

Migration runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).

When was Migration released?

Migration was released on December 22, 2023.

Who directed Migration?

Migration was directed by Benjamin Renner and Guylo Homsy.

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Who is in the cast of Migration?

Migration stars Elizabeth Banks as Pam, Caspar Jennings as Dax and Tresi Gazal as Gwen, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Migration make at the box office?

Migration grossed $300.2 million worldwide ($127.6 million domestic, $172.6 million international) on a budget of $70 million.

How is Migration rated?

Migration has 6.6/10 on IMDb, 73% on Rotten Tomatoes, 56 on Metacritic and 74% on TMDB.

Does Migration have a post-credit scene?

No. Migration has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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