Night of the Zoopocalypse (2025): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Night of the Zoopocalypse is a 2025 animated horror film directed by Ricardo Curtis and Rodrigo Perez-Castro, starring Gabbi Kosmidis as Gracie, Carolyn Scott and David Harbour. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes and earned $9.8 million worldwide on a $12 million budget. Critics gave it 88% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 6.0/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 32m (92 min)
- Directors
- Ricardo Curtis and Rodrigo Perez-Castro
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Copperheart Entertainment
- Budget
- $12M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Night of the Zoopocalypse About?
The premise of Night of the Zoopocalypse without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
When a meteor crashes to Earth, it releases a virus that transforms zoo animals into monstrous mutants. A mountain lion and a wolf must lead a group of surviving animals on a perilous journey to stop the spread of the virus and rescue their zoo.
Night of the Zoopocalypse Themes & Keywords
· 40 tags- ostrich
- mutant animal
- zombie virus
- zoo animals
- zombie animal
- computer animation
- proboscis monkey
- wolf
- zombie
- hippopotamus
- cougar
- lemur
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- monkey
- monster
- animal
- capybara
- antelope
- video game adaptation
- female protagonist
- squeaky toy
- bunnies
- chicks
- zoo
- ball pit
- animal hospital
- baby hippo
- snow globe
- toy
- watching tv
- grandmother granddaughter relatiionship
- grandmother granddaughter relationship
- popcorn
- key
- water tower
- soap
- radio
- cgi animation
- giraffe
- zombie horror
- quirky comedy
Night of the Zoopocalypse Cast & Characters
Gabbi Kosmidis leads the cast as Gracie, with Carolyn Scott as Gramma Abigale and David Harbour as Dan. Directed by Ricardo Curtis and Rodrigo Perez-Castro; 13 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Ricardo Curtis
- Co-director Rodrigo Perez-Castro
- Gabbi Kosmidis as Gracie
- Carolyn Scott as Gramma Abigale
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David Harbour as Dan - Bryn McAuley as Bunny Zero
Also Starring in Night of the Zoopocalypse
· 9 more- Kyle Derek Fred
- Paul Sun-Hyung Lee Felix
- Pierre Simpson Xavier
- Scott Thompson Ash
- Heather Loreto Frida
- Christina Nova Poot
- Rob Tinkler Maynard, Roy, Monkey, Joey
- Scott Farley Antelope
- Joshua Graham Hank
More from Ricardo Curtis and Rodrigo Perez-Castro
More films directed by Ricardo Curtis and Rodrigo Perez-Castro, best-rated first: Next Gen and Ice Age: The Great Egg-Scapade.
Night of the Zoopocalypse Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Night of the Zoopocalypse 88% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 6.0/10. Our Echo Score gives it 60/100, strongest in art & craft (70) and weakest in character & emotion (40).
Night of the Zoopocalypse Echo Score Breakdown
Night of the Zoopocalypse delivers a mixed but modestly engaging family-friendly horror experience. While its inventive creature designs and moments of effective chase offer visual intrigue, uneven scripting and thin characterization limit its narrative impact. Critics and audiences praise its originality in animation and playful tone, yet note the script’s predictability and occasional jarring dialogue. Sensory elements fluctuate between striking animation and uneven audio quality. Despite these inconsistencies, the film’s energetic premise and accessible thrills yield a moderately entertaining, if uneven, outing.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 70
In terms of art and craft, the film exhibits imaginative production design through its novel creature models and animation style. Direction of chase sequences demonstrates competent staging and editing rhythms. However, occasional lapses in overall visual cohesion and a generally lackluster look in non-action moments undermine consistency. The net art impression is creative yet uneven.
- Character & Emotion 40
When it comes to character and emotion, the ensemble displays limited depth and sporadic emotional resonance. Thinly rendered personalities and obscure dialogue undercut viewer connection, especially for younger audiences. Although moments of playful chemistry emerge between characters, they are too brief to establish lasting bonds. Overall, character development remains the film’s weakest element.
- Story & Flow 55
In terms of story and flow, the film’s premise offers originality and playful horror concepts that engage initially. Pacing of chase scenes maintains suspense, yet a predictable plot trajectory and simplistic narrative structure diminish its long-term impact. Uneven scripting and occasional clarity issues in dialogue further impede coherence. Overall, the storyline is engaging but narratively unbalanced.
- Sensory Experience 60
Regarding sensory experience, the animation delivers vibrant visuals and inventive creature designs that enhance the film’s atmosphere. The soundtrack and sound design support suspenseful moments, though uneven audio mixing occasionally distracts. Visual style remains cohesive during key sequences but lacks refinement in quieter scenes. In sum, the sensory elements impress more often than they falter.
- Rewatch Factor 65
In terms of rewatch factor, the film’s energetic premise and accessible thrills offer potential for repeat viewings among families. Humorous moments and dynamic chase sequences remain entertaining on subsequent watches. However, predictable plot beats and limited character depth reduce lasting appeal. Ultimately, while the film invites occasional replays for its concept, its narrative shortcomings may hinder long-term replay value.
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IMDb 6.0 /10
2255 votes
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Rotten Tomatoes 88% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 81%
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TMDB 68% User score
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Letterboxd 2.9 /5
7091 ratings
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Night of the Zoopocalypse Plot Summary
What happens in Night of the Zoopocalypse from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the expansive and vibrant Colepepper Zoo, a young timber wolf named Gracie lives alongside her protective pack and her particularly anxious grandmother, Gramma Abigail. Gramma Abigail takes it upon herself to train the pack for what she believes are inevitable disasters, instilling in them a deep distrust of all the other animals in the zoo, especially with the arrival of a new creature in a nearby enclosure as the zoo prepares to close its doors for the day.
Full summary
The whole story of Night of the Zoopocalypse, scene by scene
Night of the Zoopocalypse Box Office & Budget
Night of the Zoopocalypse grossed $9.8 million worldwide on a $12 million budget, 81% of what it cost. $2.1 million came from the US and Canada and $7.7 million (78%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$9.8M
81% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $2.1M
- International
- $7.7M
- Budget
- $12M
Night of the Zoopocalypse Trailers & Videos
10 videos: 1 trailer, 2 teasers, 1 clip and 6 behind-the-scenes videos.
- Teaser Official Popcorn Day Clip
- Teaser Character Teaser
- Clip David Harbour as Dan the Mountain Lion in Night of the Zoopocalypse
- Behind the Scenes Why Is This Lion Locked Up Alone? | Inside the Night of the Zoopocalypse with Dan Harbour
How Well Do You Know Night of the Zoopocalypse?
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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Night of the Zoopocalypse Also Known As
18 alternative titles, including “动物园天启夜” and “Une nuit au zoo”.
- Also known as
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- 动物园天启夜
- Une nuit au zoo
- Zoopocalipse - Uma Aventura Animal
- Μία νύχτα με τα ζωόμπι
- Haláli állatok hajnala
- Ночь в зоопарке
- Zoochosis: The Movie
- Night of the Zoombies
- Night at the zoo
- Zoopocalipsis
- Una noche en Zoopolis
- Una nit a Zoopolis
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- Ніч жаху у зоопарку
- Een nacht in de dierentuin
- Zooparkda gecə
- Quái Thú Đại Náo Sở Thú
- ליל האימה בגן החיות
- Нощ в зоопарка
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Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Zoo, Zoo Wars and Night of the Comet.
Night of the Zoopocalypse FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Night of the Zoopocalypse, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Night of the Zoopocalypse?
Night of the Zoopocalypse runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).
When was Night of the Zoopocalypse released?
Night of the Zoopocalypse was released on March 7, 2025.
Who directed Night of the Zoopocalypse?
Night of the Zoopocalypse was directed by Ricardo Curtis and Rodrigo Perez-Castro.
More films by Ricardo Curtis Who is in the cast of Night of the Zoopocalypse?
Night of the Zoopocalypse stars Gabbi Kosmidis as Gracie, Carolyn Scott as Gramma Abigale and David Harbour as Dan, among 13 credited actors.
How much did Night of the Zoopocalypse make at the box office?
Night of the Zoopocalypse grossed $9.8 million worldwide ($2.1 million domestic, $7.7 million international) on a budget of $12 million.
How is Night of the Zoopocalypse rated?
Night of the Zoopocalypse has 6.0/10 on IMDb, 88% on Rotten Tomatoes, 68% on TMDB and 2.9/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Night of the Zoopocalypse have a post-credit scene?
No. Night of the Zoopocalypse has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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